Serif Normal Bani 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, book covers, vintage, bookish, stately, warm, classic, display impact, classic authority, editorial character, brand presence, bracketed, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, flared, softened.
A very heavy serif with pronounced stroke contrast and strongly modeled, bracketed serifs. Curves are full and generous, with softened joins and slightly pinched interiors that create an ink-trap-like compression in tight counters. Terminals frequently finish in rounded or ball-like forms, giving the design a sculpted, slightly calligraphic edge despite its upright structure. The lowercase shows sturdy, compact forms with clear bowl construction, while the caps read broad and authoritative with a consistent, weighty rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and other short-to-medium settings where a dark, commanding serif is desired. It can work for editorial display and book-cover typography, and it is particularly effective in branding and packaging where a classic, crafted feel and strong contrast help text stand out.
The overall tone feels traditional and editorial, with a touch of old-style warmth and display-driven confidence. Its dark color and rounded terminal details lend a friendly, slightly theatrical presence that still reads as formal and established.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif foundation with extra personality through weight, contrast, and distinctive rounded terminals. It prioritizes impact and historical flavor while keeping letterforms familiar enough for readable, confident display typography.
At text sizes the dense weight produces strong page color and tight internal whitespace, while at larger sizes the distinctive terminal shapes and compressed counters become a defining stylistic feature. Numerals and capitals appear built for emphasis, with crisp verticals and carefully shaped curves that maintain a cohesive, engraved-like solidity.