Serif Normal Kogal 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A conventional serif design with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and an even, print-oriented rhythm. The capitals are sturdy and well-proportioned, with clear triangular apexes (A, V, W) and round forms (C, O, Q) that stay controlled rather than overly calligraphic. Lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a compact, sturdy e with a defined eye, and a moderate x-height that keeps ascenders and descenders prominent for readability. Numerals are lining and proportional in feel, with clear, open counters and a balanced presence alongside the text.
This font is well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts, where an even color and familiar serif construction support comfortable scanning. It can also serve well in formal documents, institutional communications, and headings that need a classic, authoritative voice without becoming ornamental.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, evoking familiar editorial typography. It reads as composed and authoritative, suitable for settings where clarity and convention are valued over stylistic display.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: conventional proportions, clear counters, and restrained detailing aimed at steady readability and a timeless page color.
Serif terminals are consistently shaped and gently bracketed, giving joins and curves a smooth, stable feel. The texture in paragraph settings appears even and calm, with enough contrast to sharpen letterforms without turning spiky or delicate.