Serif Normal Polas 12 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, packaging, classic, formal, confident, dramatic, authority, heritage, impact, readability, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, ball terminals, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply modeled curves. Serifs are clearly bracketed, with a mix of wedge-like terminals and small ball/teardrop finishing on several lowercase forms, giving a slightly calligraphic edge without becoming ornate. The capitals are broad-shouldered and weighty with deep interior counters, while the lowercase shows compact, rounded bowls and a moderate x-height that keeps the texture dense. Numerals appear traditional and varied in width, with oldstyle-style proportions and strong contrast that matches the letters.
Well suited to headlines, magazine/editorial layouts, and book or film titling where a strong serif voice is desired. Its dense texture and sharp contrast can deliver impactful short-form copy and pull quotes, and it can also support upscale packaging or branding when used with ample spacing.
The overall tone is authoritative and editorial, combining traditional bookish cues with a bold, attention-grabbing presence. High contrast and sculpted terminals add a touch of drama, making it feel formal and confident rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif reading of tradition and credibility, amplified with high-contrast modeling for stronger display impact. The terminal detailing suggests an aim to balance conventional text-serif familiarity with a more dramatic, attention-forward personality.
In text, the color is dark and emphatic, with noticeable rhythm from alternating thick stems and fine hairlines. The distinctive terminals (including ball-like ends on letters such as a and f) introduce character and help the face read as expressive in display sizes while still maintaining a conventional serif structure.