Author's note

Bard font is a free distorted script typeface with an inky, irregular rhythm that feels lifted from an old spellbook or weathered tavern sign. The strokes wobble and flare in unexpected places, giving each letter a handmade, slightly chaotic energy while still remaining legible at a glance.

Using Bard, this free font really shines on fantasy book covers, RPG campaigns, LARP materials, themed menus, escape-room props, and medieval-style event posters. The rough, brushy texture adds instant atmosphere, so you can keep supporting text in a clean serif or sans serif companion and let Bard handle the headlines. For best impact, set it large and give it room to breathe in your layouts.

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Basic font information

Copyright notice
Copyright (c) 1992 Corel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Font family
Bard
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
Bard Plain
Full font name
Bard
Postscript font name
BardPlain

Extended font information

Platforms supported

PlatformEncoding
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only

Font details

Revision1
Glyph count191
Units per Em4096
Embedding rightsEmbedding restricted (not allowed!)
Family classScripts
WeightSemi-light
WidthMedium (normal)
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureRegular
StyleUpright
PitchNot monospaced