Slab Square Peku 12 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, academic, bookish, trustworthy, classic, readability, editorial tone, classic utility, durability, bracketed serifs, robust serifs, rounded joins, open counters, steady rhythm.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, blocky serifs that read as slightly softened at the corners and subtly bracketed into the stems. Strokes stay largely even, producing a calm texture, while curves are generously rounded, keeping counters open and legible. Uppercase forms are traditional and well-proportioned with a solid baseline presence; lowercase shows familiar oldstyle influences, including a two-storey “a” and “g” and a compact, readable “e”. Numerals are substantial and clear, with straightforward construction and consistent weight that matches the text color.
Well-suited to editorial design where a firm, readable slab-serif texture is desired—book and magazine typography, newspaper-style layouts, and content-heavy interfaces. It can also carry short headlines and branding that benefit from a classic, dependable voice without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone feels authoritative and text-first, with an editorial seriousness that suggests books, institutions, and established brands. Its robust serifs add a hint of vintage printing without becoming decorative, projecting reliability and clarity.
The design appears aimed at delivering a traditional slab-serif reading experience: strong structure for clarity, restrained detailing for versatility, and a measured rhythm that works across both display lines and extended text.
In the sample text, the face maintains an even typographic color and consistent spacing, supporting long lines without shimmer. The strong serifs help guide the eye across words, while the rounded details prevent the design from feeling overly rigid.