Serif Normal Ohboy 5 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Tisa' by FontFont, 'Capita' by Hoftype, and 'Mundo Serif' and 'Ni Slab' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, book covers, traditional, authoritative, bookish, robust, impactful text, classic revival, editorial clarity, strong presence, bracketed, ball terminals, high-shouldered, open apertures, short ascenders.
A sturdy serif with pronounced, bracketed terminals and a compact, weighty color. Strokes are confidently modeled with moderate thick–thin modulation, and the serifs read as traditional wedges rather than slabs. Counters are generally open and round, with slightly squarish curves in places, giving the face a grounded, workmanlike rhythm. Lowercase forms show a two-storey a and g, a fairly large x-height relative to the caps, and soft ball-like terminals on letters such as a and f; numerals are broad and evenly weighted for strong presence in text and display sizes.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other editorial settings where a classic serif voice with extra weight is desirable. It can also work effectively on posters, book covers, and packaging where a traditional, authoritative serif needs to hold its own at display sizes.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and familiarity rather than novelty. Its heavy presence and traditional detailing suggest a confident, slightly old-style flavor suited to content that wants to feel established and trustworthy.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text-serif structure with fuller proportions and a heavier, more assertive presence. Its combination of classic serif detailing and robust weight suggests a focus on readability with increased impact for contemporary editorial and branding applications.
In running text the face maintains a strong, even texture with clear word shapes; the boldness and generous set make it more attention-grabbing than a typical book roman. The bracketed joins and rounded bowls help keep the heaviness from feeling rigid, while the broader proportions support legibility at larger sizes and in short blocks of copy.