Serif Normal Ontu 6 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, headlines, posters, classic, bookish, authoritative, warm, text setting, classic tone, strong color, editorial presence, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, robust, rounded joins, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy serif with generous proportions, prominent bracketed serifs, and softly rounded transitions. Strokes show clear contrast with weight concentrated on strong verticals, while curves are full and slightly squarish, giving counters a stable, readable shape. The lowercase forms are open and broad with a high presence on the line; terminals often finish in small balls or teardrops (notably in c, f, r), adding a traditional, slightly engraved feel. Figures appear oldstyle, with varied heights and some descenders, matching the text-oriented rhythm of the letters.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a rich, classic serif voice is desired, including long-form reading in books and magazines. Its strong presence also supports display use such as headlines, pull quotes, and poster typography where a traditional, authoritative tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, conveying confidence and familiarity. Its dark color and assertive serifs feel authoritative, while the rounded detailing keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a robust color and classic detailing, balancing strong structure with softened terminals for comfortable reading. The inclusion of oldstyle-style numerals and the consistent serif treatment suggest an emphasis on literature and editorial composition rather than minimalist branding.
In text, the face builds a strong, even texture with pronounced word shapes and clear differentiation between characters. The capitals are weighty and formal without becoming rigid, making the font feel suited to set substantial headlines as well as dense reading settings.