Serif Flared Tymy 10 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, packaging, branding, heritage, sturdy, warm, readability, gravitas, display impact, classic tone, flared ends, bracketed serifs, beaked terminals, calligraphic, high-shouldered.
A sturdy serif with subtly flared stroke endings and pronounced bracketed serifs that give stems a slightly sculpted, chiseled feel. Curves are full and rounded, with moderate modulation and clear weight emphasis that stays consistent across the alphabet. Terminals often show a beaked or hooked finish (notably in letters like C, S, and f), while caps have a solid, monumental presence with fairly wide bowls and strong verticals. The lowercase is compact and readable, with round dots, sturdy ascenders, and a generally traditional rhythm; figures are heavy and well anchored, designed to sit confidently in text.
Well suited to editorial headlines, magazine display, and book typography where a strong, traditional serif voice is desired. The dark, even texture also works effectively for packaging and brand marks that benefit from a confident, heritage-leaning impression, as well as pull quotes and section titling in print or web layouts.
The tone is classic and authoritative without feeling overly formal. Its flared details and beaked terminals add warmth and a hint of old-style character, suggesting print tradition and editorial gravitas rather than a sterile, modern voice.
The design appears intended to combine classical serif readability with distinctive flared terminals that add personality and emphasis at larger sizes. It aims for a confident, print-forward texture that reads clearly while projecting an established, timeless character.
Spacing and rhythm feel built for continuous reading: counters remain open, curves stay generous, and the heavier weight avoids clogging in common text sizes. The overall texture is dark and even, making it especially prominent in headlines while still maintaining recognizable letterforms in longer samples.