Slab Square Peku 13 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Amasis' by Monotype, 'Postulat' and 'Postulat Pro' by ParaType, 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, magazine, branding, academic, heritage, trustworthy, bookish, readability, authority, classic tone, editorial utility, distinctive details, slab serif, bracketed serifs, robust serifs, ink-trap like, ball terminals.
A sturdy slab serif with broad, blocky serifs and generally low stroke contrast, giving it an even, confident color on the page. Serifs are assertive and mostly squared off, with subtle bracketing and occasional softened joins that prevent corners from feeling brittle. Counters are open and generously proportioned, while curves are smooth and weighty; the overall rhythm is calm and readable rather than flashy. Several letters show distinctive detailing—such as a single-storey “g,” a “Q” with a curled tail, and a “y” with a rounded ball-like terminal—adding personality without breaking consistency.
This typeface performs well for editorial typography, book and long-form reading contexts, and print-forward layouts that benefit from a stable, high-legibility slab serif. It also suits headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks where a classic, authoritative tone is desired without going fully ornamental.
The tone is traditional and dependable, with a bookish, editorial voice that feels established and slightly old-school. Its strong slabs and steady proportions project authority and clarity, making it well suited to serious or informational settings while still retaining a bit of warmth through its softened details.
The design appears intended to deliver a reliable, classic slab-serif texture with strong serifs for presence and readability, while incorporating a few distinctive terminals and letter details to keep the voice recognizable in editorial and branding contexts.
Uppercase forms read solid and formal, while the lowercase introduces more character through round terminals and pronounced joins. Numerals appear sturdy and legible, with clear differentiation and a slightly display-friendly presence at larger sizes.