Serif Other Rasa 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary, packaging, invitations, storybook, whimsical, old-style, folksy, warm, add character, evoke tradition, storytelling, humanist feel, print charm, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, soft, lively.
This serif has a lively, hand-influenced rhythm with softly flared, bracketed serifs and gently modulated strokes. Terminals often finish in small hooks or teardrop-like shapes, giving curves and joins a slightly irregular, human feel while remaining consistent across the set. The capitals are relatively tall and stately with narrow proportions, while the lowercase keeps a compact, short x-height and prominent ascenders/descenders for a traditional text-color. Figures follow the same old-style sensibility, with curved forms and uneven widths that read as characterful rather than mechanical.
It suits book and long-form editorial typography where a traditional serif texture and a touch of personality are welcome. It can also work well for literary branding, museum/shop ephemera, packaging, and invitation-style materials that benefit from a classic, story-forward atmosphere.
The overall tone is warm and narrative, suggesting classic print and literary settings rather than modern corporate minimalism. Its subtle quirks and soft serif treatment add a friendly, slightly playful voice that can feel historical without becoming austere.
The design appears intended to blend readable, old-style text conventions with decorative, calligraphic touches—prioritizing charm and distinctive texture over strict rationality. It aims for a familiar serif foundation enlivened by expressive terminals and subtly idiosyncratic proportions.
Round letters show a gentle, slightly pinched tension at curves, and several glyphs exhibit distinctive hooked terminals that create a recognizable texture in running text. The spacing and widths vary enough to keep the line lively, while the consistent serif treatment maintains cohesion.