Blackletter Aswy 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, certificates, medieval, gothic, ceremonial, dramatic, authoritative, historical feel, dramatic display, traditional authority, ornamental capitals, angular, sharp, spurred, broken strokes, calligraphic.
A sharply cut blackletter with broken strokes and strong, pointed terminals. Vertical stems are dominant and carry much of the visual weight, while curved forms are faceted into angled joins that create a rhythmic, chiseled texture. Counters tend to be compact and partially enclosed, and many letters feature small spur-like projections and wedge endings that reinforce a crisp, engraved feel. Capitals are comparatively broad and ornamental, with distinctive internal cut-ins and angular swashes that add emphasis without becoming overly flourished.
This design is best used for headlines, titles, and short phrases where its angular texture and decorative capitals can be appreciated. It works well for branding and logo marks that aim for a traditional or gothic aesthetic, as well as for packaging, event materials, and certificate-style layouts that benefit from a formal, historic voice.
The overall tone is historic and ceremonial, evoking manuscripts, heraldry, and old-world signage. Its dense texture and sharp detailing read as formal and authoritative, with a dramatic presence that suits emphatic statements over casual text.
The letterforms appear intended to translate traditional blackletter calligraphy into a clean, high-impact display face with crisp wedges, disciplined vertical rhythm, and restrained ornamentation. The goal is a readable yet unmistakably historic texture suitable for prominent typographic statements.
The font maintains consistent stroke logic across upper and lowercase, producing a cohesive dark color in words and lines. Numerals follow the same angular, blackletter construction, helping mixed alphanumeric settings feel unified. Spacing and sidebearings appear tuned for display, where the compact counters and broken forms can stay clear at larger sizes.