Serif Normal Raki 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mostlatest' by Nathatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, victorian, theatrical, vintage, authoritative, dramatic, display impact, vintage revival, space saving, high contrast, poster voice, bracketed, vertical stress, high waist, ink-trap feel, compressed.
This typeface is a condensed, heavy serif with tall proportions and tightly packed counters. Strokes show clear contrast with strong vertical emphasis, and the joins/terminals are finished with bracketed serifs that feel slightly flared rather than slab-like. Many letters feature deep interior cut-ins and notched junctions, giving an ink-trap-like crispness that keeps the dense shapes from clogging at display sizes. The rhythm is vertical and compact, with sturdy stems, short crossbars, and a consistent, poster-ready silhouette across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to display typography where its condensed width and heavy color can deliver impact—posters, bill-style headlines, event branding, and strong editorial titles. It also works well for logotypes and packaging that want a traditional, high-impact serif voice. For long-form reading or small sizes, it will generally be most effective when used sparingly as a contrasting headline face.
The overall tone reads as vintage and theatrical, with a hint of Victorian or circus-poster heritage. Its compressed heft and sharp internal notches convey urgency and authority, making lines of text feel bold and declarative. The style suggests showbills, headlines, and branding that wants to feel classic, dramatic, and a bit ornamental without becoming overly intricate.
The design appears intended to modernize classic display serifs by combining a compressed footprint with bold weight and crisp internal shaping for clarity. Its bracketed serifs and vertical stress aim for tradition, while the notched joints add character and help preserve counter definition in dense forms. Overall, it is built to maximize presence per line and maintain a consistent, attention-grabbing texture.
In the samples, the density of black and the narrow set create strong word shapes, but the tight apertures and compressed spacing can make longer passages feel intense. The numerals match the uppercase in weight and presence, reinforcing a consistent, signage-oriented color. The distinctive interior cut-ins at arches and joins are a defining feature and will become more visible at larger sizes.