Serif Normal Hubal 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, essays, quotations, literary, classic, scholarly, refined, formal, text emphasis, editorial tone, classic readability, literary voice, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, oblique, bookish.
A slanted serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a moderate stroke modulation that reads clearly at text sizes. The drawing shows an oldstyle skeleton with soft curves, slightly tapered terminals, and a steady rightward italic angle. Counters are open and rounded, with a tall x-height and relatively short extenders for an italic, producing a compact vertical rhythm in mixed-case text. Numerals follow the same italic construction and contrast, with smooth curves and understated detailing rather than sharp, high-contrast stress.
Well suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts, particularly where an italic is needed for emphasis, quotations, captions, or lead-ins. It also works for refined headings and pull quotes when a classic, bookish tone is desired without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is literary and traditional, evoking editorial typography and classical book work. Its italic energy feels measured and courteous rather than flamboyant, giving paragraphs a cultured, thoughtful voice.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable italic companion for text typography, prioritizing steady rhythm and clarity while preserving a traditional serif voice. Its proportions and moderate contrast aim to keep emphasis legible in running text rather than turning the italic into a display feature.
The forms maintain a consistent slant and spacing across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating an even texture in continuous reading. Capitals are stately without feeling overly wide, and the lowercase maintains a calm cadence with gentle entry/exit strokes and restrained terminals.