Shadow Elji 6 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, stickers, retro, playful, bold, comic, punchy, add depth, grab attention, display impact, retro signage, outlined, drop shadow, chunky, rounded, soft corners.
A heavy, blocky sans with a hollow (outlined) construction and a crisp, offset shadow that drops down and to the right. Letterforms are wide and compactly built, with rounded corners and simplified geometry—counters are generous and largely circular, and terminals are blunt. The outline stroke stays fairly consistent, while the shadow creates a strong two-layer silhouette that reads as dimensional without gradients. Spacing and rhythm feel even and sturdy, prioritizing impact over fine detail.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, badges, logos, packaging, and social graphics where the built-in shadow can do the work of adding depth. It can also fit playful branding or event materials, especially when used with ample size and breathing room.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, echoing mid-century display lettering and comic signage. The outlined fill plus hard shadow gives it a marquee-like loudness that feels friendly rather than aggressive, making text look “popped out” and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver instant visibility and a built-in dimensional effect through an outlined skeleton paired with an offset shadow. Its simplified, rounded forms and strong silhouette suggest a focus on approachable display typography for bold, decorative messaging.
The shadow is visually integral to the design, so the font reads best at display sizes where the interior whitespace and the offset layer remain distinct. The numerals share the same rounded, chunky construction, reinforcing a cohesive, poster-oriented character across letters and figures.