Slab Square Poso 2 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dharma Slab' and 'Rama Slab' by Dharma Type, 'Akkordeon Slab' by Emtype Foundry, and 'Winner' and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, western, circus, vintage, poster, rugged, wood-type revival, high impact, heritage styling, sign lettering, blocky, octagonal, bracketless, condensed, angular.
A condensed, heavy display face built from straight, blocky strokes with low-contrast construction. Serifs are slab-like and largely unbracketed, and many joins and terminals are cut with chamfered, octagonal corners that create a faceted silhouette. Counters are compact and rectangular, apertures are tight, and the overall rhythm is dense and punchy, with slightly variable character widths that keep the texture lively. Numerals and caps feel especially sturdy, and the lowercase carries the same squared, notched detailing for a consistent set.
Works best for posters, headlines, branding marks, and signage where a bold, historic display voice is desired. It also suits labels and packaging that aim for a rugged, heritage look, particularly in short phrases, badges, and bold typographic layouts.
The sharp chamfers and stout slabs evoke classic wood type and sign lettering, giving the font a frontier/old-time tone with a show-poster energy. Its compact, assertive presence reads as bold, confident, and a bit theatrical, suited to attention-grabbing statements rather than subtle text.
The design appears intended to echo condensed wood-type slab traditions with a modern, machined crispness—using chamfered corners and tight counters to maximize impact and maintain a strong silhouette in display settings.
At larger sizes the faceted corners and inward notches become a defining detail, while at smaller sizes the tight counters and dense interior spaces can visually close up. The overall color on the page is dark and uniform, producing strong impact in short lines and stacked compositions.