Serif Normal Pomun 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType, 'Inka' by CarnokyType, and 'Acta Pro' and 'Ysobel' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, pull quotes, classic, stately, assertive, literary, display emphasis, classic text feel, editorial authority, traditional voice, bracketed, ball terminals, large serifs, oldstyle figures, tex-like.
A bold, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed, wedge-like serifs. The capitals are broad and sculpted with flared terminals and triangular joins, producing a dark, authoritative texture. Lowercase forms show rounded bowls and ball terminals in places, with a slightly calligraphic feel to curves and joins. Numerals appear oldstyle (varying heights) with generous weight and prominent serifs, reinforcing a traditional book-face rhythm at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and other prominent editorial typography where strong contrast and substantial serifs can carry impact. It can also work well for book-cover titling, posters, and pull quotes that benefit from a classic, authoritative tone and a dense typographic color.
The overall tone is classic and scholarly, with an editorial seriousness that feels rooted in traditional printing. Its heavy color and dramatic contrast add a sense of authority and ceremony, making text feel emphatic and composed rather than casual.
The design appears intended as a robust, traditional serif for impactful reading environments, combining bookish letterforms with heavier weight and sharper contrast to hold up in display contexts. Its oldstyle-style numerals and calligraphic detailing suggest a focus on classic editorial typography rather than minimalist or strictly modern branding.
Spacing and proportions create a compact, ink-rich line that reads as intentionally weighty; the strong serifs and sharp interior corners give headlines a carved, almost engraved presence. The punctuation and ampersand shown inherit the same robust, traditional detailing, helping the face maintain a consistent historical voice across mixed content.