Slab Normal Ophu 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Emy Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Peckham' by Los Andes, and 'Museo Slab Rounded' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, robust, retro, confident, friendly, poster-ready, impact, readability, display emphasis, retro flavor, sturdy utility, chunky, rounded, soft-cornered, bracketed, compact counters.
A heavy, right-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and dense color on the page. Strokes are thick and largely even, with substantial bracketed slabs that read as sturdy blocks rather than hairline terminals. Curves are generously rounded and corners are softened, giving counters a slightly compact, cushioned feel. The italic is a true oblique-like slant carried consistently through caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a strong forward rhythm and a tightly knit texture in text.
Best suited to headlines and short-form copy where a strong, dark presence is desirable—posters, packaging, sports or entertainment branding, and editorial titling. It can also work for pull quotes and subheads where an energetic italic voice is needed without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, with a nostalgic, sign-painter confidence. Its chunky slabs and rounded forms feel approachable rather than severe, balancing authority with a friendly, slightly retro warmth.
The design appears intended as a dependable, high-impact slab serif italic that reads quickly and holds its shape under heavy weight. The combination of wide proportions, softened detailing, and substantial slabs suggests a goal of creating a confident display workhorse with a welcoming, retro-leaning personality.
Capitals have a stable, billboard-like stance, while the lowercase maintains clear, simple silhouettes that stay legible despite the weight. Numerals match the same sturdy construction and slanted posture, supporting emphatic, attention-grabbing setting in display sizes.