Serif Normal Fibak 8 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Times Ten' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book titling, pull quotes, packaging, formal, classic, refined, authoritative, classic elegance, italic emphasis, editorial voice, literary tone, bracketed, calligraphic, sharp, crisp, dynamic.
This typeface is a slanted serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, wedge-like serifs that often appear softly bracketed into the stems. Capitals are broad and dignified with sharp terminals and a slightly calligraphic stress, while the lowercase shows lively curves, compact joins, and a flowing, pen-driven rhythm. Numerals follow the same sculpted contrast, with clear, traditional forms and firm, tapered strokes. Overall spacing and rhythm feel text-oriented, with a steady baseline and consistent italic angle that keeps words moving forward.
It performs best in editorial contexts such as magazine features, book or chapter titles, pull quotes, and refined branding where an elegant italic voice is desired. It can also work for short passages in print-oriented layouts, particularly when given enough size and whitespace to preserve its crisp details.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, projecting confidence and polish. Its strong contrast and italic momentum give it a dramatic, editorial flavor—suited to content that aims to feel established, literary, or prestigious rather than casual.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional serif foundation with a more expressive italic character—combining classic proportions with energetic, calligraphic modulation to add emphasis and sophistication in display and editorial typography.
The design’s sharper details and tapered terminals become especially prominent at larger sizes, where the stroke modulation and serif shapes read as a deliberate stylistic feature. In dense settings, the combination of strong contrast and italic slant creates a busy texture, so it benefits from comfortable leading and thoughtful line lengths.