Slab Square Irki 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mirantz' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, assertive, vintage, sporty, editorial, confident, impact, emphasis, motion, retro tone, headline strength, bracketed slabs, inclined, compact, ink-trap feel, high impact.
A heavy italic slab serif with a pronounced rightward slant and a compact, muscular build. Strokes are thick and confident with moderate contrast, and the serifs read as sturdy slabs with subtly softened/bracketed joins that keep the forms from feeling rigid. Curves are full and rounded, counters are relatively tight at display sizes, and the overall rhythm is energetic, with crisp, squared-off terminals and strong horizontal emphasis. Figures match the letterforms’ weight and stance, producing a cohesive, punchy text color in both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, posters, signage, and bold editorial callouts where its weight and slanted stance can carry personality. It can also work well for branding and packaging that want a sturdy, retro-inflected voice, and for sports or event graphics that benefit from urgency and impact.
The font projects a bold, vintage-leaning confidence—loud without being chaotic. Its italic drive and chunky slabs suggest motion and emphasis, evoking classic headlines, athletic branding, and mid-century print tones while still feeling straightforward and legible.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis with a forward-leaning, energetic silhouette while retaining the dependable structure of slab serifs. It balances a classic, print-inspired feel with simplified, robust shapes that hold up well at larger sizes.
The italic angle and heavy serifs create strong word shapes and a dark, even texture in paragraphs, especially in mixed-case settings. Because the forms are dense and the serifs are prominent, it visually prefers generous spacing and works best when allowed room to breathe.