Serif Flared Ophi 13 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Naveid' and 'Naveid Arabic' by NamelaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, mastheads, book covers, assertive, vintage, editorial, hearty, dramatic, impact, warmth, heritage, readability, display, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, bulbous curves, high color, soft corners.
A very heavy serif with broad proportions and a dense, dark typographic color. Strokes show gentle swelling and tapering, with flared and bracketed endings that soften the mass and create a carved, sculptural feel rather than hard slabs. Curves are generously rounded (notably in bowls and numerals), while joins and shoulders stay compact, producing a sturdy, slightly bouncy rhythm across words. Uppercase forms read monumental and blocky, and the lowercase maintains a substantial footprint with clear counters that remain open despite the weight.
Best suited to headlines, short blocks of copy, and prominent messaging where its weight and flared detailing can be appreciated. It works especially well for editorial titles, posters, branding moments, and packaging where a confident, slightly retro voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and confident with a pronounced vintage/editorial character. Its flared endings and rounded, weighty shapes evoke classic display typography—more expressive than neutral—making it feel emphatic, warm, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended as a statement serif that balances mass and readability, using flared terminals and rounded geometry to keep large, bold forms from feeling rigid. It aims to deliver strong impact while retaining a crafted, traditional sensibility.
The figures appear robust and highly legible at display sizes, with strong silhouette recognition (e.g., the rounder 0/8 and the solid, footed 1). The sample text shows a lively texture: heavy strokes and flared terminals create noticeable word shapes and a slightly animated baseline rhythm even without italics.