Serif Other Umba 13 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Hudson NY' by Andrew Footit, 'Basketball' by Evo Studio, 'Pierce Jameson' by Grezline Studio, 'Block Capitals' by K-Type, 'Evanston Alehouse' by Kimmy Design, and 'Radley' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, brand marks, packaging, gothic, medieval, blackletter, heraldic, impactful, historic tone, high impact, inscribed look, poster display, beveled, angular, chamfered, inscribed, stencil-like.
A very heavy, sharply angular display serif with an octagonal, chamfered construction that reads like carved or stamped letterforms. Strokes are largely uniform in thickness, with crisp terminals and wedge-like notches that create a faceted, black mass. Curves are minimized into straight segments, producing squared bowls and polygonal counters (notably in O, Q, and numerals), while diagonals are sturdy and deliberate. The lowercase follows the same built-up geometry with compact joins and a high apparent x-height, keeping texture dense and consistent across words.
Best suited to headlines, short phrases, and branding moments where a forceful, historic or gothic voice is desired. It works well for logotypes, sports or team-style graphics, labels/packaging, and event promotions where a dense, carved display serif can carry the design.
The tone is bold and authoritative with a gothic, old-world flavor—more fortress signage than book typography. Its faceted edges and inscribed feel suggest tradition, ceremony, and spectacle, while the tight, blocky rhythm adds a no-nonsense, poster-ready punch.
The design appears intended to translate blackletter and engraved inscription cues into a simplified, highly geometric display face. By using consistent stroke weight, chamfered corners, and squared counters, it prioritizes impact and stylistic character over neutral readability in long text.
In text settings the dark color and tight interior shapes create a strong, continuous band; this favors larger sizes where the angular details and notches can read clearly. Numerals echo the same octagonal logic, reinforcing a cohesive, emblematic look across letters and figures.