Blackletter Tuhe 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, logotypes, certificates, medieval, ceremonial, gothic, authoritative, dramatic, historic tone, display impact, formal texture, ornamental caps, angular, ornate, calligraphic, spurred, faceted.
An ornate blackletter with angular, broken strokes and pronounced stroke modulation. Letterforms are narrow with tightly controlled internal spacing, pointed joins, and sharp terminals that read as pen-cut or chisel-like. Capitals are embellished with decorative swashes and occasional interior counters/details, while lowercase maintains a consistent vertical rhythm with compact bowls and frequent spur-like finishing strokes. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, calligraphic logic, with stylized curves and tapered ends.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, book or album covers, and brand marks that want a historic or ceremonial feel. It can also work for short formal statements (e.g., certificates, invitations, signage) where the decorative texture is an advantage and generous spacing can preserve clarity.
The overall tone is medieval and ceremonial, evoking manuscript tradition, heraldry, and formal proclamations. Its sharp texture and dramatic contrast create an authoritative, historic voice that feels traditional and intense rather than casual or friendly.
Likely designed to capture a traditional blackletter voice with strong calligraphic contrast and ornamental capitals, prioritizing historical atmosphere and visual impact in display typography.
The face produces a strong, dark typographic color and a highly textured line, especially in longer passages where the vertical emphasis becomes prominent. Distinctive capitals and expressive curves in letters like J, Q, and Z add display character, while the consistent angular construction keeps the style cohesive across the set.