Blackletter Beno 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logotypes, certificates, medieval, ceremonial, gothic, dramatic, ornate, historical evocation, display impact, ornamental caps, calligraphic feel, authoritative tone, angular, calligraphic, broken strokes, sharp terminals, flourished caps.
A sharply cut blackletter with broken, calligraphic strokes and pronounced thick–thin contrast. Letterforms are built from angular segments with knife-like terminals and occasional curved bowls that tighten into pointed joins. Capitals are more elaborate, with swept entry strokes and decorative hooks that create a lively, irregular silhouette, while lowercase maintains a more disciplined vertical rhythm. Counters are compact and the texture reads dark and patterned, with varied internal shapes that add visual complexity across words.
Best used at display sizes where the broken strokes and sharp terminals can be appreciated—headlines, posters, titles, and branding marks. It also suits labels and packaging that aim for an old-world or artisanal feel, as well as formal pieces like certificates or event materials where a historic, ceremonial voice is desired. For extended reading, it works more as a stylistic accent than a primary text face.
The font conveys a medieval, ceremonial tone with a dramatic, authoritative presence. Its ornate capitals and dense blackletter texture evoke tradition, ritual, and historic craft rather than modern neutrality. The overall impression is formal and expressive, suited to settings that benefit from gravitas and theatrical character.
The design appears intended to capture a traditional blackletter voice with strong calligraphic contrast and ornamental capitals, emphasizing historical atmosphere and visual impact. It balances structured vertical rhythm in the lowercase with expressive, flourished forms in the uppercase to create a distinctive, authoritative display texture.
Spacing and rhythm produce a strong woven color typical of blackletter, making longer passages visually rich but compact. The numerals and punctuation follow the same sharp, calligraphic logic, helping mixed text feel consistent. The design’s decorative irregularities are most noticeable in capitals and in curved letters, which add flourish without breaking the overall structure.