Blackletter Lyzi 5 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, gothic, medieval, dramatic, heraldic, severe, tradition, authority, heritage, impact, ornament, angular, pointed, fractured, chiselled, compact.
A dense, compact blackletter with tightly drawn proportions and crisp, angular joins. Strokes terminate in sharp wedge-like cuts and diamond points, with a restrained contrast that keeps the texture dark and continuous. Curves are largely faceted into straight segments, producing a fractured rhythm typical of gothic forms. Counters are small and enclosed, and the overall spacing is tight, creating a strong vertical cadence and an even, black page color in text.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, mastheads, posters, and wordmarks where the blackletter texture can be appreciated. It also fits labels, packaging, and signage that aim for an old-world, craft, or ceremonial aesthetic. For long passages, its dense color and tight counters are likely to read best at larger sizes with generous leading.
The font conveys a traditional gothic and medieval tone—formal, stern, and ceremonial. Its sharp edges and compact rhythm suggest authority and heritage, with a dramatic, almost engraved presence that feels suited to old-world titles and proclamations.
The design appears intended to deliver an authentic, traditional blackletter voice with a compact footprint and strong vertical rhythm. Its consistent angular construction and pointed terminals prioritize historic character and visual authority over neutral readability.
Uppercase letters lean toward tall, narrow silhouettes with prominent pointed crowns and minimal roundness, while lowercase forms maintain a consistent vertical beat. Numerals follow the same angular construction, with pointed terminals and compact interior spaces, helping mixed text retain a unified texture.