Cortez
Cortez is a bold, high-contrast display serif characterized by dramatic thick-to-thin stroke modulation and sharp, wedge-like serifs that give it an authoritative, almost militant presence. The typeface features a relatively low x-height with extended ascenders and descenders, creating strong vertical emphasis. Its letterforms show influences from both classical Roman inscriptional capitals and modern high-contrast serifs, with crisp terminals and minimal bracketing on the serifs. The overall construction emphasizes geometric precision while maintaining readable proportions, making it particularly effective for impactful headlines.
