Serif Normal Ohguk 9 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Belarin' by Hazztype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, branding, packaging, posters, classic, bookish, warm, sturdy, old-style, readability, tradition, warmth, authority, heritage, bracketed serifs, rounded terminals, soft joins, ink-trap feel, compact.
A sturdy serif with softly bracketed serifs and rounded, slightly flared terminals that give the letterforms a carved, inked look. Strokes are robust with gentle modulation and smooth joins, producing a dark, even page color while maintaining clear counters. Proportions feel traditional and slightly compact, with moderate apertures and a consistent rhythm across capitals and lowercase. The figures are weighty and straightforward, matching the text tone rather than behaving like display-only numerals.
Well-suited to editorial settings where a classic serif voice is desired, such as book typography, magazines, and long-form reading at comfortable sizes. Its strong weight also makes it effective for headings, pull quotes, and brand or packaging work that benefits from a heritage-leaning, dependable tone.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a warm, slightly old-world character. Its rounded finishing and solid stems lend a dependable, authoritative feel, while the softened details keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional text-serif foundation with added warmth and emphasis through sturdy strokes and softened, bracketed finishing. It aims for clear, traditional readability while delivering a distinctive, slightly vintage texture for headlines and short passages.
Serif shapes and terminals show subtle swelling and rounding that can read as lightly calligraphic without becoming ornate. The texture in paragraphs is dense and confident, favoring presence and stability over a delicate, airy color.