Serif Normal Poguk 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Elgraine' and 'Restora Neue' by Nasir Udin (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, editorial, classic, formal, authoritative, dramatic, impactful display, editorial authority, classic refinement, distinctive details, bracketed, teardrop terminals, ball terminals, sharp apexes, flared strokes.
A high-contrast serif with a broad, emphatic presence and pronounced thick-to-thin transitions. Serifs are sharply defined and mostly bracketed, with a mix of wedge-like and tapered forms that create crisp entry and exit points. Curves show notable swelling into heavy verticals, while hairlines stay fine, giving an engraved, display-leaning texture even in running text. Lowercase forms are compact with sturdy stems, and several letters show teardrop/ball-like terminals and energetic joins that add movement without breaking a traditional structure.
This design is best suited to headlines, cover lines, and other large-size typography where its contrast and sculpted details can read cleanly. It also works well for magazine/editorial branding, book covers, and formal promotional materials that benefit from a classic serif voice with extra impact.
The tone is confident and traditional, with a strong editorial voice. Its sharp contrast and sculpted serifs lend a sense of prestige and ceremony, while the lively terminals add a slightly theatrical, attention-grabbing edge.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a conventional serif foundation with heightened contrast and presence for display use. The combination of crisp bracketed serifs, dramatic modulation, and expressive terminals appears aimed at producing a refined yet assertive texture that stands out in titles and prominent text settings.
Round characters (C, O, Q, o, e) exhibit a distinctly calligraphic modulation, and the Q features a prominent, sweeping tail that reads as a signature detail. Numerals are sturdy and display-oriented, with strong vertical stress and clear silhouettes suited to large sizes.