Serif Flared Epme 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, mastheads, editorial, assertive, classic, dramatic, formal, space saving, attention, heritage tone, display impact, flared terminals, wedge serifs, high color, condensed, sculpted.
A condensed serif with sturdy vertical stems that broaden into subtle flared terminals and wedge-like serifs. The design shows a strong, even typographic color with medium contrast and tight interior counters, producing a compact, upright rhythm. Curves are smooth but controlled, with crisp joins and pointed apexes in forms like A and V; round letters (O, C) read slightly oval and compressed. Numerals and capitals carry a stately, poster-ready presence, while the lowercase remains compact with clear, traditional proportions.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, and display typography where a condensed, high-impact serif is needed. It can work well for book covers, event/promotional posters, and editorial packaging, especially when space is limited and a classic, authoritative voice is desired.
The overall tone is authoritative and traditional, with a theatrical edge driven by its narrow stance and emphatic, sculpted terminals. It feels editorial and ceremonial—confident in headlines and attention-grabbing without becoming ornamental.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum presence in a narrow footprint, combining classic serif structure with flared terminals to add punch and distinctive silhouette. Its consistent, strong stroke weight suggests a focus on legibility and brand-like repeatability in display and editorial contexts.
The flaring at stroke endings is most noticeable on verticals and at key terminals (e.g., E/F/T and many lowercase stems), creating a carved, ink-trap-free silhouette rather than blunt slab endings. Spacing in the sample text appears tight and consistent, reinforcing a dense, columnar texture suited to impactful settings.