Blackletter Opli 3 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, certificates, gothic, medieval, heraldic, dramatic, traditional, historic evocation, display impact, ornamental voice, authority, angular, ornate, pointed, fractured, calligraphic.
A sharply angular blackletter with tightly folded bowls, broken curves, and pointed terminals that create a faceted, carved look. Strokes alternate between heavy verticals and razor-thin connecting hairlines, with frequent diamond-like joins and spurs that emphasize a chiseled rhythm. Counters are compact and often triangular, while capitals stand tall with pronounced vertical emphasis and decorative interior cuts. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same fractured construction, producing a dense, high-impact texture in text settings.
Best suited to short, prominent settings such as headlines, posters, logotypes, and brand marks where its intricate construction can be appreciated. It also fits packaging, certificates, invitations, and event materials that aim for a formal, historic, or gothic presentation rather than neutral long-form readability.
The overall tone is traditional and ceremonial, evoking manuscript lettering, heraldry, and historic signage. Its stark light–dark patterning and sharp geometry feel authoritative and dramatic, with a distinctly old-world, gothic atmosphere.
The design appears intended to capture a classic blackletter voice with crisp, knife-like detailing and a strong vertical pulse, prioritizing atmosphere and tradition over simplicity. Its consistent fractured forms and ornamental joins suggest a focus on display impact and period character.
In paragraphs, the font forms a strong vertical cadence with minimal roundness and a consistent use of broken strokes, which makes the word shapes highly stylized and visually assertive. The capitals are especially commanding and can dominate at smaller sizes, while the lowercase maintains a compact, rhythmic color that reads best with generous size and spacing.