Serif Normal Pokab 5 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kepler' by Adobe, 'Linotype Centennial' by Linotype, and 'Evans' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, packaging, branding, classic, formal, confident, dramatic, impact, authority, heritage, premium, bracketed, sculpted, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, high-waisted.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modeling and crisp, bracketed serifs. Stems are heavy and vertical, while joins and curves show sharp modulation that creates a sculpted, slightly calligraphic texture in larger sizes. Capitals read broad and steady with flat serifs and firm horizontals; the lowercase shows compact, weighty bowls with distinct ear/terminal shaping and occasional ball-like terminals (notably in characters like a and y). Numerals are similarly bold and traditional, with strong contrast and clear, old-style influence in their proportions.
Well suited to headlines, magazine or newspaper-style editorial typography, and book-cover titling where its strong contrast and dark color create presence. It can also support branding and packaging that call for a classic, premium serif voice, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with an editorial seriousness that feels established and trustworthy. The strong contrast and weight add drama and emphasis, making the face feel confident and slightly ceremonial rather than casual.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-impact serif that balances classical proportions with assertive weight and contrast for display-forward typography. Its detailing aims to deliver a confident, editorial texture while maintaining familiar, legible letterforms.
In the text sample the font produces a dark, dense color with clear word shapes, especially in capitals and round letters. The sharp contrast and tight interior counters suggest it will project best where size and spacing can be managed, while the distinctive terminals add personality without leaving conventional serif territory.