Slab Contrasted Pika 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, mastheads, sturdy, industrial, confident, retro, editorial, impact, stability, readability, heritage, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap, compact, punchy.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and compact counters. The serifs are substantial and largely squared with subtle bracketing, creating a firm, grounded baseline and strong horizontal emphasis. Strokes are mostly even, with just enough modulation to keep joins and curves from feeling rigid. Curved letters (C, O, S, G) are generously rounded, while terminals and joins stay crisp; small notches at some joins and inside corners help open up tight spaces at this weight. Numerals and capitals read especially bold and stable, with a consistent, poster-friendly rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, posters, and brand lockups where a strong slab-serif voice is desired. It can also work for short editorial subheads or pull quotes, especially when you want a dense, impactful texture that holds up in high-contrast printing and simple color palettes.
The overall tone is assertive and workmanlike, with a classic, slightly vintage flavor reminiscent of display serifs used in headlines and signage. It feels dependable and straightforward rather than delicate, projecting authority and solidity.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence and legibility through thick slabs, wide forms, and clear silhouettes, while using subtle shaping to prevent counters and joins from clogging. It aims to balance a rugged, utilitarian feel with enough refinement for editorial and branding use.
Spacing and shapes suggest it is optimized for impact at larger sizes: apertures are kept reasonably open for the weight, and the slab structure gives letters a strong silhouette. The lowercase maintains a practical, readable structure with sturdy shoulders and compact bowls, supporting dense settings without losing its bold presence.