Slab Normal Igko 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Kolbano' by Jehoo Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial, athletic, retro, confident, rugged, impact, motion, ruggedness, readable display, print emphasis, slab serif, oblique, bracketed serifs, rounded terminals, compact counters.
A bold, oblique slab serif with sturdy, blocky serifs and minimal stroke modulation. Forms are broad and weighty, with a tall x-height and compact interior counters that keep the color dense in text. Serifs appear bracketed and slightly softened, while terminals and joins show rounded, ink-trap-like shaping that reduces sharpness and adds durability. The overall rhythm is energetic and forward-leaning, with consistent heavy strokes and a workhorse, print-oriented silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and display sizes where the bold oblique stance can carry impact. It also works well for sports-themed branding, posters, and packaging that benefit from a tough slab-serif voice. In short editorial callouts or leads, the tall x-height and dense color help maintain clarity while still feeling expressive.
The tone reads assertive and sporty with a distinctly retro print flavor. Its strong slabs and forward slant suggest motion and emphasis, making it feel confident and attention-getting without becoming decorative or fragile.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical, high-impact slab serif for display and emphasis, combining a solid, industrial base with an italicized sense of speed. The softened detailing suggests a goal of maintaining readability and robustness in heavier weights and print-like contexts.
In the grid, the uppercase maintains a stable, blocky presence while the lowercase emphasizes the tall x-height and robust bowls. Numerals match the heavy, slanted construction and carry the same slabbed, slightly softened finishing, keeping headlines and figures visually unified.