Print Fikod 9 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, album art, packaging, zines, grunge, handmade, playful, rough, quirky, handmade texture, rough impact, diy character, display punch, distressed, blotchy, inked, organic, irregular.
A heavy, hand-drawn display face with irregular, ink-worn contours and soft, blobby terminals that suggest a dry brush or marker pressed into paper. Strokes are generally compact and tall with uneven edge texture, occasional nicks, and small voids that create a distressed silhouette. Letterforms keep a mostly upright stance but vary in width and internal spacing, producing a lively, slightly jittery rhythm; round shapes (O, C, G) feel lumpy and asymmetrical, while verticals (I, L, T) are narrow and sturdy. The lowercase is simple and print-like rather than cursive, with straightforward bowls and minimal detailing, and the numerals share the same rough, hand-inked weight and uneven edges.
Works well for posters, headlines, labels, and branding moments that want a handmade, gritty impact. It’s particularly effective on music/event graphics, streetwear-style packaging, and editorial callouts where a distressed texture can carry the mood.
The overall tone is gritty and informal—like handmade signage, zines, or stamped/painted lettering. Its rough texture adds attitude and immediacy, reading as playful and a bit rebellious rather than refined or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic hand-inked, worn lettering with a deliberately imperfect finish, prioritizing personality and texture over smooth geometry. It aims to deliver bold emphasis with a tactile, DIY feel that stands out in display settings.
The distressed edges and variable letter widths create strong visual character but also introduce uneven color and spacing, making it best suited to larger sizes and short bursts of text where texture is a feature. Counters can appear partially closed in places due to the heavy weight and rough interior edges.