Distressed Kota 3 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Panton Rust' by Fontfabric and 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, album art, headlines, stickers, packaging, grunge, punk, raw, noisy, playful, impact, texture, diy, edge wear, ragged, worn, blotchy, chunky, textured.
A heavy, blocky sans with irregular, ragged contours that mimic torn paper or worn rubber-stamp ink. Strokes are thick and compact with small, jittery edge chatter and occasional interior nicks that create a porous silhouette. Counters are generally open and rounded, while terminals stay blunt and uneven, producing a distinctly handmade, distressed rhythm. Uppercase and lowercase share a sturdy, straightforward construction, with slightly bouncy widths and spacing that keep the texture lively in running text.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as posters, album covers, event flyers, merchandise, and bold packaging callouts where the rough texture is a feature. It can work for display lines in editorial or branding when a gritty, handmade feel is desired; for long passages, larger sizes and generous tracking help preserve clarity.
The overall tone is gritty and rebellious, with a DIY, zine-like energy. The rough perimeter texture adds a tactile, lo-fi attitude that feels loud and informal rather than polished or corporate.
Designed to deliver a strong, attention-grabbing display voice with an intentionally weathered surface, evoking rough printing, stamped graphics, and DIY production. The goal appears to be maximum impact and texture-forward personality while keeping letterforms simple enough to remain recognizable.
The distressed edge treatment is consistent across letters and numerals, so the texture reads as an intentional surface rather than random damage. At smaller sizes the jagged outline can visually thicken forms, while larger sizes emphasize the crunchy, ink-chipped character.