Script Ekbok 8 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, social media, retro, friendly, lively, casual, confident, handwritten energy, display impact, signature feel, retro flair, brushy, slanted, rounded, looping, connected.
A slanted brush-script with compact proportions and energetic, tapered strokes. Letterforms show clear stroke direction, with rounded joins, occasional entry/exit flicks, and soft terminals that mimic a loaded brush or marker. Uppercase characters are simplified and upright enough to remain legible while still keeping cursive movement, and lowercase forms lean toward connected writing with looped ascenders and smoothly curved bowls. Numerals match the handwritten rhythm, with rounded shapes and consistent stroke weight that stays strong in smaller counters.
This font performs best in short-to-medium display copy where its brush texture and connected flow can be appreciated—such as headlines, logos/wordmarks, product packaging, menus, posters, and social graphics. It also suits emphasis lines or pull quotes, especially when paired with a neutral sans for supporting text.
The tone is upbeat and personable, combining a retro sign-painting feel with everyday handwritten warmth. It reads as expressive and confident rather than delicate, making it well-suited to messaging that wants to feel approachable and human.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, handwritten signature look with the immediacy of quick brush lettering. Its compact, slanted forms aim to balance expressiveness with readability for impactful display typography.
Spacing appears intentionally tight and rhythmic, helping words form a continuous band of motion in text. The heavy strokes and compact counters favor display sizes, while the consistent slant and repeated brush gestures keep multi-line setting visually cohesive.