Serif Normal Nufe 2 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, traditional, assertive, bookish, formal, impact, readability, authority, classic feel, editorial tone, bracketed, beaked, ball terminal, transitional, robust.
This is a robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and bracketed serifs that read cleanly at display and strong text sizes. The letterforms are generously proportioned with broad counters, a sturdy vertical emphasis, and rounded joins that keep the heavy weight from feeling brittle. Serifs are moderately long and often wedge- or beak-like, with smooth bracketing into stems; terminals show occasional ball or teardrop shaping in the lowercase. The overall rhythm is steady and conventional, with clear differentiation between uppercase and lowercase and a compact, confident figure set.
It suits magazine and newspaper-style headlines, pull quotes, and other editorial typography where weight and contrast need to carry impact. The sturdy construction also makes it a good fit for book covers, posters, and packaging that call for a traditional serif voice with strong presence.
The tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and tradition with a slightly old-style warmth. Its heavy presence gives it an emphatic, headline-ready voice while retaining a familiar book-serif credibility.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-impact serif that blends classical proportions with a reinforced, contemporary boldness. It aims to deliver authoritative readability and strong typographic color for display-led composition.
The sample text shows strong color on the page and crisp word shapes, aided by open apertures and substantial counters. Curves and diagonals are carefully reinforced, giving a durable, print-forward feel without becoming slab-like.