Sans Normal Otboz 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gilam' by Fontfabric, 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block, and 'Olivine' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, children's media, friendly, playful, informal, approachable, chunky, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, casual tone, rounded, soft corners, hand-cut, slightly irregular, high weight.
A heavy, rounded sans with softened corners and subtly uneven stroke terminals that create a hand-cut, organic finish. Curves are full and open, with generous counters in letters like O, P, R, and e, supporting clarity at display sizes. Proportions feel slightly variable from glyph to glyph—some forms look a touch wider or more compact—which adds a casual rhythm while maintaining overall consistency. Numerals are sturdy and simple, matching the letterforms’ thick, friendly construction.
Best suited to headlines and short text where its chunky, rounded forms can carry personality—posters, event graphics, packaging, menu boards, and friendly signage. It can also work for emphasis in UI or editorial settings when a casual, approachable voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a playful, slightly homemade character. Its softened geometry and mild irregularities read as relaxed and welcoming rather than corporate or technical.
The design appears intended to provide a bold, friendly sans that feels handcrafted without becoming fully irregular. It prioritizes warmth and legibility in large sizes, offering a distinctive, informal texture for display typography.
The face favors broad, stable silhouettes and avoids sharp joins, giving words a compact, poster-like mass on the page. In running sample text, the texture stays even and readable, with rounded shapes and open apertures keeping the heavy weight from feeling overly cramped.