Slab Square Sifu 2 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Diafragma' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, industrial, collegiate, confident, retro, impact, stability, readability, heritage, slab serif, blocky, square serifs, bracketless, high contrast-free.
This typeface is a heavy, slab-serif design with square, bracketless serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. The outlines are compact and blocky with rounded outer corners in many curves (notably in C, G, O, and Q), balancing hardness with a slightly softened finish. Uppercase forms are wide and stable with prominent slab feet and caps, while lowercase shows sturdy, workmanlike construction with a two-storey g and a compact, squared-off rhythm. Numerals are similarly robust, with broad bowls and firm horizontal terminals that maintain a consistent, print-forward texture.
It performs best in headlines and display settings where weight and slab structure can do the work—posters, signage, branding marks, and packaging that needs a strong shelf presence. The dense texture and firm terminals also suit short-to-medium text blocks in print-forward layouts, especially when a traditional, sturdy voice is desired.
The overall tone feels sturdy and assured, combining an industrial practicality with a classic, collegiate poster sensibility. Its strong slabs and blunt terminals convey authority and reliability, while the softened curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a straightforward slab-serif build: strong horizontals and verticals, confident serifs, and rounded curves that keep the letterforms readable and friendly in bold display use. Its proportions and blocky detailing suggest an aim toward poster-ready clarity and a classic, utilitarian character.
Counters are moderate and often slightly squared, contributing to a dense color on the page. Diacritics and punctuation shown (such as the period and apostrophe) are solid and uncomplicated, matching the font’s blunt, no-nonsense construction. The sample text demonstrates strong line presence and consistent rhythm at large sizes.