Slab Normal Yigi 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Typewriter Serial' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, retro, confident, sturdy, playful, impact, clarity, warmth, nostalgia, approachability, rounded, softened, heavy, chunky, compact.
A heavy, softened slab-serif with rounded terminals and thick, blocky letterforms. The serifs are prominent and blunt with smooth corners, creating a sturdy silhouette and consistent color across lines of text. Curves are generously filled-in and counters stay open but compact, producing a dense, poster-ready texture. The overall construction leans gently forward, giving the face a lively rhythm without sacrificing stability.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short-form copy where a bold, friendly slab-serif voice is needed. It works well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from strong legibility and a warm, vintage-leaning character. For longer passages, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where the dense weight becomes a deliberate stylistic choice.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a nostalgic, mid-century display feel. Its thick strokes and rounded slabs read as friendly and bold rather than severe, making it feel confident and slightly playful. The forward slant adds energy, suggesting motion and upbeat emphasis.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif backbone with softened edges and a spirited forward slant, combining robust readability with a welcoming, retro-tinged personality. It prioritizes impact and clarity in display contexts while keeping forms familiar and workmanlike.
In running text, the weight creates strong typographic presence and a tight, punchy cadence; spacing appears designed to keep words cohesive and impactful. Figures match the same sturdy, rounded slab vocabulary and stand out clearly at headline sizes. The design balances utilitarian slab structure with softened details that reduce harshness and add charm.