Outline Akjo 1 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, logos, packaging, sporty, retro, bold, dynamic, playful, dimensional display, athletic emphasis, retro appeal, high impact, headline focus, slanted, inline, shadowed, rounded, blocky.
An oblique, blocky display face built from an outlined contour with a secondary offset line that creates an inline-and-shadow effect. Forms are wide and squat with rounded corners, squared counters, and simplified geometry, producing an even, stencil-like rhythm across caps, lowercase, and numerals. The outline is consistently thin while the offset accent adds depth and direction, emphasizing a forward-leaning, kinetic silhouette.
Best suited for large sizes where the outlined construction and offset shadow can be appreciated—headlines, posters, event graphics, sports-themed branding, and punchy logo wordmarks. It can also work on packaging or social graphics when paired with a simpler text face for body copy.
The overall tone feels energetic and athletic, with a nostalgic sign-painting and sports-lettering vibe. The faux 3D/offset detail gives it a punchy, poster-ready character that reads as fun and attention-seeking rather than formal.
The design appears intended as a display outline with built-in dimensionality, combining an italicized, athletic structure with an offset inline/shadow detail to deliver instant motion and a retro, game-day presence.
The strongest visual feature is the consistent drop/offset accent that behaves like a built-in shadow, giving letters a layered look even without fill. Rounded terminals and softened corners keep the geometry friendly, while the oblique slant and compact proportions add speed and impact.