Blackletter Tani 10 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: logotypes, posters, headlines, album art, packaging, medieval, ceremonial, gothic, solemn, authoritative, historic evocation, dramatic impact, ornate display, formal tone, angular, fractured, calligraphic, ornate, sharp.
A sharp, blackletter display design with fractured strokes, pointed terminals, and tightly controlled counters. The letterforms show strong calligraphic construction: vertical stems dominate, joins are angular, and curves are broken into faceted segments, producing a crisp, chiseled rhythm. Capitals are elaborate and asymmetric with dramatic spur-like projections and internal splits, while the lowercase is more compact and text-like, keeping clear vertical emphasis and consistent texture. Numerals follow the same cut, gothic logic with angular turns and sturdy silhouettes.
Best suited for display settings where the intricate blackletter structure can be appreciated—logotypes, mastheads, posters, album covers, and themed packaging. It can also work for short pull quotes or titling where a medieval or ceremonial atmosphere is desired, rather than long body copy.
The overall tone is historic and ceremonial, evoking manuscripts, heraldry, and formal proclamations. Its dense texture and sharp detailing feel commanding and traditional, with an intentionally dramatic, old-world presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic gothic manuscript feel with strong visual impact, combining ornate capitals with a more regularized lowercase to maintain a cohesive, textural line. Its emphasis on sharp fracture points and calligraphic modulation suggests a focus on tradition, authority, and theatrical presence in display typography.
Stroke modulation and internal notches create a dark, woven line in text, especially in sequences of verticals. Some characters incorporate thin hairline accents and open interior apertures that add sparkle at larger sizes while maintaining a heavy, authoritative mass.