Blackletter Reba 9 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, certificates, medieval, gothic, heraldic, dramatic, traditional, historical evocation, ceremonial tone, dramatic display, manuscript feel, angular, broken strokes, calligraphic, inked, textura-like.
A heavy blackletter with broken, angular strokes and sharply notched joins that evoke broad-nib calligraphy. Stems are thick and dark, while interior counters and cut-ins create a lively high/low rhythm across each letterform. Many terminals end in wedge-like feet or blade-shaped flicks, and curves are constructed from faceted segments rather than smooth bowls. Spacing is moderately tight in text, with a textured, vertical cadence; capitals are ornate and irregularly contoured, while lowercase forms keep a compact, sturdy silhouette.
Best suited to display settings where its dense texture and intricate stroke breaks can be appreciated, such as headlines, posters, titles, and branded wordmarks. It also fits thematic applications like historical packaging, labels, certificates, invitations, and event graphics that benefit from a traditional, Gothic atmosphere.
The overall tone is historic and ceremonial, with a strong medieval manuscript character and a stern, authoritative color on the page. Its dense texture and sharp detailing convey tradition, gravitas, and a slightly ominous drama often associated with Gothic and old-world signage.
The design appears intended to recreate the visual authority of traditional blackletter writing, emphasizing bold presence, sharp calligraphic structure, and an authentic manuscript-like texture for impactful display typography.
The numerals share the same blackletter construction, with angular turns and thickened strokes that read best at moderate to large sizes. Diacritics are not shown; the sample text demonstrates a consistent dark color and pronounced rhythm, with some letters featuring distinctive internal cuts that enhance the hand-inked feel.