Serif Normal Kodur 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bionik', 'Quador', and 'Quador Display' by Fontador and 'Calicanto' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, readability, tradition, text setting, professional tone, print, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, warm, bookish.
This serif typeface shows softly bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a slightly calligraphic stress that reads as traditional rather than geometric. The lowercase is compact and sturdy with a tall x-height, short-to-moderate ascenders, and open counters that keep the texture readable at text sizes. Terminals are mostly rounded or subtly flared, and the joins feel smooth and organic, producing an even, comfortable rhythm. The numerals are lining and proportionally integrated with the capitals, with clear shapes and modest contrast.
Well suited to extended reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a conventional serif texture is desired. It also fits academic and professional documents—reports, journals, and formal correspondence—where clarity and a traditional voice matter.
Overall it conveys a familiar, bookish tone—measured and authoritative without feeling overly sharp or rigid. The combination of warm bracketing and restrained contrast suggests seriousness suited to long-form reading and institutional contexts.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif that prioritizes legibility and an established literary feel. Its proportions and moderate modulation aim for comfortable paragraph color while retaining enough character for headings and pull quotes.
Capitals have a traditional, slightly inscriptional presence with sturdy horizontals and balanced proportions. The italic is not shown; the presented style maintains consistent upright posture and a stable, print-oriented color across both the grid and paragraph samples.