Print Odban 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, greeting cards, social graphics, children's books, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, lively, handmade feel, informal voice, friendly display, casual emphasis, brushy, rounded, bouncy, textured, hand-drawn.
A lively hand-drawn print face with a brush-pen feel and softly rounded stroke endings. Letterforms lean forward and show gentle wobble and tapering, with slightly irregular curves and joins that keep the rhythm organic. Proportions are compact and somewhat condensed, and spacing is loose enough to preserve the handwritten flow without connecting strokes. Overall contrast stays subtle, with small, natural-looking variations in stroke thickness that suggest quick marker or brush writing.
This font works best where a human, informal voice is desired—packaging callouts, café menus, event posters, greeting cards, and social media graphics. It can also suit children’s or educational materials thanks to its clear, uncomplicated shapes. For longer text, it’s most comfortable at modest sizes where the brush texture and slant remain readable.
The tone is upbeat and personable, like informal notes or classroom lettering. Its slight slant and bouncy shapes give it momentum and warmth, reading as energetic rather than formal. The texture and irregularity add charm and a human presence that feels conversational and inviting.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of quick brush or marker writing in an unconnected print style, balancing charm with legibility. It prioritizes a casual, hand-made feel and a friendly rhythm over geometric precision, making it suitable for expressive display and short text settings.
Uppercase forms are simple and open with rounded corners, while lowercase shapes stay legible and friendly, with single-storey styles where expected in casual handwriting. Numerals follow the same brushed construction, with smooth curves and soft terminals that keep the set cohesive. The overall texture is consistent across letters and figures, reinforcing the hand-rendered character.