Serif Normal Lirag 8 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, magazines, branding, posters, formal, editorial, literary, classical, refined, editorial polish, classic authority, premium tone, display impact, bracketed, flared, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, sharp finishing and bracketed wedge-like serifs. Strokes transition dramatically from thick verticals to hairline joins, with pointed terminals and a slightly calligraphic, engraved feel. Proportions are on the wider side, giving capitals a stately stance and allowing generous interior space in round forms like O and Q. The lowercase shows compact, sturdy bowls and tapered joins, with a clear, traditional two-storey a and a looping g; numerals are similarly high-contrast with pronounced curves and thin connecting strokes.
Well-suited for headlines and short editorial settings where the strong contrast and sharp serifs can be appreciated at size. It also fits book covers, magazine titling, and brand marks that want a classical, premium voice. In longer text, it will read best with comfortable sizing and spacing that protect the finer hairlines.
The overall tone is formal and composed, projecting an editorial, bookish sophistication. Its sharp serifs and dramatic contrast evoke classic print traditions and lend a sense of authority and ceremony. The wide set and crisp detailing add a refined, display-ready presence without turning ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif voice with elevated contrast and crisp finishing for impactful typography. Its wide proportions and sculpted details suggest a focus on refined display and editorial applications while maintaining familiar, traditional letterforms.
Round letters maintain smooth, even curvature while the thin strokes become quite delicate at joins and cross-strokes, emphasizing a polished, engraved rhythm. The Q’s sweeping tail and the pointed diagonals in V/W/X contribute to a distinctly classical silhouette. In the sample text, the strong vertical emphasis and pronounced contrast create a bold typographic color suited to prominent settings.