Blackletter Ilgi 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Moyenage' by Storm Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, editorial, gothic, medieval, heraldic, dramatic, authoritative, impact, heritage, authority, ornamentation, display, angular, faceted, ornate, calligraphic, wedge serifs.
A very heavy blackletter with sharp, faceted construction and pronounced stroke modulation. Forms are built from brisk, chiseled angles and wedge-like terminals, creating strong internal counters and crisp negative shapes. Capitals are compact and sculptural, with irregular silhouettes and spurs that emphasize a hand-cut, engraved feel, while lowercase maintains a consistent vertical rhythm with narrow joins and pointed arches. Numerals match the dense color and angular logic, producing a uniform, poster-ready texture across lines of text.
Best suited to display settings such as posters, mastheads, album artwork, and branding where a historic or Gothic voice is desired. It can also work for labels and packaging that lean on tradition and craft, especially when set with generous tracking and ample size for clarity.
The face conveys a traditional Gothic and medieval tone—solemn, ceremonial, and forceful. Its dense black color and sharp geometry suggest heritage, authority, and a slightly ominous drama, making it feel at home in historical or ritualized contexts.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver maximum visual authority through bold blackletter structure, emphasizing carved angles, ornamental cuts, and a tightly woven text color. The goal seems to be a modern, high-impact take on traditional blackletter suited for contemporary display typography.
The design prioritizes impact over neutrality: small openings and complex interior cuts can visually close up at reduced sizes. The sample text shows strong word-shape and an even black texture, with capitals acting as prominent anchors and a distinctly carved, emblematic presence.