Serif Normal Poboh 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mixta' by Latinotype and 'Acta Deck', 'Acta Pro Headline', 'Ardina Text', and 'Ardina Title' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, pull quotes, classic, formal, dramatic, authoritative, editorial voice, classic refinement, display impact, traditional authority, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, ball terminals, sharp joins.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and predominantly vertical stress. Serifs are sharply defined and mostly bracketed, with crisp, wedge-like finishing on many strokes and occasional ball/teardrop terminals in the lowercase. The capitals are stately and wide-set with strong hairlines and firm, upright stems, while the lowercase shows compact counters and energetic curves that create a lively page color. Numerals follow the same contrast and include oldstyle-style movement in some forms, giving figures a slightly calligraphic, text-oriented feel.
Well suited to headlines, magazine and editorial typography, and book-cover titling where high contrast and sharp serifs can add sophistication. It can also work for short passages or lead paragraphs when set with generous size and spacing, and it pairs naturally with more neutral sans serifs for supporting text.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, balancing refinement with a sense of drama from the strong contrast and sharp finishing. It reads as traditional and authoritative, with a slightly theatrical edge that suits prominent, attention-getting typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional serif with elevated contrast and refined detailing, aiming for a classic publishing voice that remains impactful in display contexts. Its sharp serifs, vertical stress, and expressive lowercase terminals suggest an emphasis on elegance and strong typographic presence.
At display sizes the hairlines and tight inner spaces become a defining feature, giving the text a rich, inky rhythm; at smaller sizes those same details may require comfortable sizing and spacing to keep counters and joins clear. The italic is not shown; the roman’s crisp serifs and lively lowercase provide the primary character.