Serif Normal Onza 6 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, magazines, branding, classic, authoritative, formal, bookish, editorial impact, classic readability, print tone, brand authority, display presence, bracketed, tapered, ball terminals, calligraphic, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed, tapered serifs. Strokes show a subtle calligraphic influence, with rounded joins and occasional ball/teardrop terminals (notably on letters like a, c, f, and y). Proportions are generous and open, with sturdy verticals, slightly condensed counters in some capitals, and a lively rhythm created by varied curvature and swelling. Numerals and capitals carry substantial weight and confident presence, while lowercase forms remain readable with clearly differentiated shapes and a moderate, steady x-height.
Well-suited to editorial layouts where a strong typographic voice is needed, such as magazine headlines, section openers, and pull quotes. The weight and contrast also support book covers, formal branding, and display-sized settings where its bracketed serifs and lively curves can be appreciated. In longer text, it will create a dark, authoritative page color that favors print-like contexts.
The overall tone is traditional and self-assured, evoking established print typography and editorial seriousness. Its dark color and crisp contrast lend it a dignified, slightly dramatic feel that suits formal communication without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on conventional text serifs: sturdy and highly legible, but with enough contrast and terminal detail to add personality. It aims to deliver a confident, classic reading experience with strong impact at larger sizes.
The face maintains a consistent serif treatment across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping long passages feel cohesive. Curved letters (C, G, S, O/Q) exhibit pronounced modulation and rounded terminals, giving the design a warmer, less mechanical character than purely rational text serifs.