Serif Normal Lyho 5 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Calibra Text' by Great Studio, 'Charlea' by Kereatype, and 'Acta Pro' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, book covers, classic, confident, formal, dramatic, authority, impact, readability, editorial tone, classic styling, bracketed, wedge serifs, ball terminals, calligraphic, sculpted.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and a strongly sculpted, calligraphic feel. Serifs are bracketed and often wedge-like, with crisp, tapered terminals and occasional ball terminals in the lowercase. The letterforms show lively modulation through curves and joins, giving counters a slightly teardrop or pear-shaped character in places, while keeping an overall upright, steady stance. Spacing reads open and generous, and the heavier main strokes create a dark, authoritative text color in both display sizes and set paragraphs.
Performs especially well for headlines, magazine display, and editorial layouts where strong contrast and a dark typographic color help establish hierarchy. It can also suit book covers and feature text that benefits from a traditional serif voice with added impact. For longer passages, it will create a bold, authoritative page tone that pairs well with ample leading and comfortable measure widths.
The tone is classic and editorial, combining traditional bookish manners with a more assertive, modern weight and contrast. It feels confident and formal, suited to contexts where you want gravity and polish rather than neutrality. The sharp serifs and dramatic modulation add a hint of theatricality without tipping into decorative territory.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif foundation with heightened contrast and visual weight for confident, attention-holding typography. Its sculpted terminals and bracketed serifs aim to preserve classical readability while adding a more dramatic, display-ready presence.
Uppercase forms project a strong, monumental presence with clean, straight-sided stems and emphatic serifs, while the lowercase introduces more warmth through rounded joins and small terminal details. Numerals appear sturdy and legible with clear contrast and distinct silhouettes, supporting headline and text use. Overall rhythm is energetic—more carved and expressive than a purely utilitarian text serif.