Serif Normal Mibud 2 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, dramatic, formal, classic, assertive, impact, elegance, authority, heritage, editorial tone, bracketed, wedge serifs, ball terminals, sculpted, display-leaning.
This serif face shows sharply modeled, high-contrast strokes with sturdy vertical stems and hairline-thin connections, producing a crisp, chiseled rhythm. Serifs are wedge-like and often bracketed, with pointed, slightly flared terminals that give the outlines a sculptural, cut-from-stone feel. Curves are taut and elliptical, counters are relatively tight, and joins are clean and controlled; the overall texture is dark and emphatic. The lowercase features compact proportions and distinctive details such as a single-storey “g,” a teardrop/ball terminal on “y,” and finely tapered arms on letters like “e,” “c,” and “s.” Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast, with compact bowls and sharp finishing strokes that read best at moderate to large sizes.
This font performs especially well in headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where its high-contrast modeling can be appreciated. It fits editorial and magazine design, book and album covers, and poster work that calls for a formal, premium voice. For longer text, it is best used with generous leading and at sizes where the thin strokes remain consistently visible.
The tone is confident and elevated, balancing classical refinement with a bold, attention-grabbing presence. It conveys an editorial seriousness—suited to headlines that need to feel authoritative—while the sharp terminals and tight spacing add a slightly theatrical edge.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif silhouette with heightened contrast and sharpened terminals for impact. Its combination of classic proportions and sculpted details suggests a focus on elegant display typography that still feels rooted in conventional text-serif forms.
In paragraph settings the weight and contrast create a dense typographic color, so line spacing and sizing become important for comfort. The design’s pronounced terminals and delicate hairlines reward good rendering and sufficient size, where its crisp detailing remains clear.