Serif Other Vuli 16 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut and 'Delgos' by Typebae (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, mastheads, gothic, heraldic, medieval, poster, dramatic, ornamental impact, historic flavor, branding character, dramatic display, blackletter-adjacent, wedge serif, angular, ink-trap cuts, stencil-like.
A dense, display-oriented serif with compact proportions, heavy verticals, and sharply carved interior notches that create a chiseled, cut-paper look. Serifs read as pointed wedges and hooked terminals rather than smooth brackets, with frequent triangular bites and hard corners that give the contours a faceted rhythm. Counters are tight and often squared-off, and several joins are emphasized by abrupt cut-ins that resemble ink traps or stencil breaks, producing high texture and strong word-shape at larger sizes.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, mastheads, posters, and branding marks where its carved details can be appreciated. It can also work for packaging or labels that want a historic or gothic flavor, but the dense texture makes it less appropriate for small-size body text.
The overall tone feels gothic and heraldic—stern, ceremonial, and slightly ominous—while still remaining legible and structured. Its dark, insistent rhythm suggests tradition and authority, with a theatrical edge suited to dramatic headlines.
The design appears intended to blend classic serif structure with blackletter-adjacent carving and decorative cuts, creating a forceful display face that reads as historic and emblematic. Its heavy, angular detailing prioritizes presence and character over neutrality.
The sample text shows pronounced vertical emphasis and a distinctive cadence created by recurring corner cuts and wedge terminals. Spacing appears deliberately compact, increasing the black mass and making lines feel continuous and banner-like.