Serif Flared Mete 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Blacker Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, magazine titles, branding, editorial, formal, dramatic, classic, authoritative, impact, prestige, tradition, headline appeal, distinctiveness, swashy, bracketed, ball terminals, sculpted, crisp.
A sculpted serif with pronounced thick–thin rhythm and clearly bracketed serifs that flare out from the stems. Forms are broad and generously set, with strong vertical emphasis and sharp, clean joins that create a crisp silhouette at display sizes. Several letters show calligraphic inflection—curved arms, tapered entries, and occasional ball terminals—while counters stay relatively open for a dense, heavy color. Figures are sturdy and high-impact, with the same flared, engraved-like stroke endings seen in the letters.
Best suited to headlines, magazine and editorial titling, book covers, posters, and brand marks that need a confident, classic voice. It will also work well for pull quotes or section openers where its high-contrast sculpting and flared endings can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone feels editorial and authoritative, pairing classical bookish cues with a bold, theatrical presence. It suggests tradition and ceremony, but with enough swagger in the curves and terminals to feel headline-driven rather than quiet or neutral.
This font appears designed to deliver maximum impact with a traditional serif foundation, combining flared, bracketed terminals and dramatic contrast to create a distinctive display texture. The intent reads as premium and attention-grabbing, aiming for memorable word shapes rather than quiet neutrality.
The design balances sharp serif points with rounded stress in bowls and shoulders, producing a lively rhythm across words. The texture is emphatic and “inked-in,” making it especially striking in short bursts, while the ornamental touches can become visually busy in long, small text.