Serif Forked/Spurred Myme 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, titles, whimsical, gothic, storybook, quirky, spooky, decorative flair, thematic mood, handcrafted feel, display impact, spurred, forked, thorny, ornate, lively.
This serif design features slender, slightly irregular strokes with medium contrast and a lively, hand-cut rhythm. Terminals frequently end in sharp, forked spurs and small thorn-like notches, giving many strokes a barbed silhouette rather than smooth, bracketed finishes. Curves are compact and taut, with occasional inward bites and asymmetrical detailing that creates a textured edge along bowls and joints. Proportions feel relatively narrow overall, while individual letters vary in width, adding to the animated cadence in words and lines.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, posters, titles, and cover work where its spurred detailing can be appreciated. It can also add character to packaging, invitations, and themed materials (fantasy, folklore, seasonal or spooky concepts). For longer passages, larger sizes and generous spacing help preserve clarity amid the ornate terminals.
The spurred, thorny terminals and slightly mischievous irregularity lend the face a gothic-storybook character that feels playful rather than solemn. It reads as quirky and theatrical, with a hint of eerie charm suitable for fantasy or Halloween-leaning themes. The overall tone is expressive and decorative, designed to add personality at a glance.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a classic serif structure with ornamental, forked terminals and a slightly roughened outline, creating a distinctive texture and a handcrafted feel. Its variable letter widths and lively detailing suggest an emphasis on character and atmosphere over neutrality, targeting expressive display use.
The numerals and capitals carry the same forked terminal language, helping headlines and short phrases maintain a consistent, distinctive texture. In running sample text, the decorative spurs remain prominent and can create a busy color, making it more impactful in display settings than in long-form reading.