Sans Other Askiw 15 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logotypes, playful, retro, whimsical, fantasy, quirky, distinctive voice, display impact, thematic styling, logo appeal, rounded, ink-trap, notched, teardrop, soft-cornered.
A heavy, monoline sans with rounded geometry and frequent wedge-like notches that create a cut-in, ink-trap effect at joins and terminals. Counters are generally compact and smoothly curved, while many strokes end in pointed or teardrop-shaped spur terminals that give letters a sculpted, chiseled rhythm. Proportions are somewhat condensed in places with a short x-height and prominent caps, and the overall texture is dark and punchy with clear, consistent stroke weight. Numerals follow the same rounded, notched construction and read as decorative display forms rather than strictly utilitarian figures.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and brand marks where its notched terminals and rounded heft can be appreciated at larger sizes. It can add personality to packaging, entertainment branding, and short callouts, especially where a playful or fantasy-leaning voice is desired. For longer passages, it works most reliably in short bursts (taglines, labels, UI headings) where the decorative joins won’t overwhelm readability.
The face reads as playful and retro-futuristic, with a whimsical fantasy edge created by the sharp notches and stylized terminals. Its bouncy rhythm and quirky detailing suggest a lighthearted, game-like tone while still feeling bold and graphic. The overall impression is distinctive and characterful rather than neutral.
The design appears intended as a character-driven display sans that merges friendly rounded forms with sharp, carved-in cuts to create instant recognizability. Its consistent heavy stroke and recurring notch motif suggest a deliberate, systematized styling meant to give even common letter shapes a distinctive silhouette.
The distinctive notched joins and asymmetric terminal cuts are the primary signature, creating lively shapes even in simple forms like C, O, and S. In the sample text, the strong black mass and tight counters increase impact, while the decorative terminals can become the dominant feature at smaller sizes or in dense copy. Spacing appears designed for display, with letterforms that rely on their internal cuts for separation and shape definition.