Serif Flared Ekbis 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, long-form reading, classic, bookish, literary, warm, refined, readability, traditional tone, print feel, subtle character, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, calligraphic, humanist, oldstyle figures.
A serif face with gently flared stroke endings and bracketed serifs that create a soft, tapered finish rather than sharp, abrupt terminals. Strokes show moderate contrast with smooth transitions and a subtle calligraphic modulation, giving rounds (C, O, e) an even, lively rhythm. Proportions feel traditional and text-oriented: capitals are sturdy and slightly broad, while lowercase forms are open and readable with a two-storey a and a double-storey g featuring a distinct ear. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varying heights and some descending forms, reinforcing an editorial, book-typographic texture.
Well-suited to book interiors, editorial layouts, and other long-form text where a comfortable reading rhythm is key. It can also support refined headlines and section titles, especially in print-like or literary contexts where a warm, traditional serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is classical and literary, with a warm, human presence that recalls traditional printing and book typography. The flared endings add a crafted, slightly historic character while remaining restrained and professional for continuous reading.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, text-first serif with a subtly crafted finish, using flared terminals and moderate contrast to add warmth and sophistication without sacrificing clarity at paragraph sizes.
The lowercase shows a steady cadence and clear differentiation between similar forms, and the italic-like calligraphic influence is expressed through modulation rather than slant. In text, the face maintains an even color without looking mechanical, balancing formality with approachability.