Slab Square Siva 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Octin Sports' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, western, collegiate, vintage, rugged, bold, attention grab, retro signage, heritage feel, bold branding, blocky, angular, chamfered, bracketless, poster-like.
A heavy, block-driven slab serif with squared construction and chamfered corners that create a faceted, cut-out feel. Strokes stay consistently thick with minimal modulation, and the slab serifs are firm and mostly unbracketed, often ending in flat, squared terminals. Counters are compact and geometric, with angular joins and notched details that add texture at display sizes. Proportions are slightly uneven across letters, reinforcing a hand-cut, sign-lettered rhythm while maintaining clear, upright structure.
Best suited for display typography where impact and character matter most—posters, headlines, labels, signage, and logo wordmarks. It can also work for short pulls, badges, and sports- or event-style graphics, but the dense forms and decorative faceting are less ideal for extended small-size reading.
The overall tone is assertive and traditional, recalling Western posters, collegiate lettering, and old-time print ephemera. Its sharp facets and dense color give it a tough, no-nonsense personality that reads as both nostalgic and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to channel bold slab-serif tradition with a squared, chiseled construction that prioritizes strong silhouettes and a vintage, poster-ready presence. The consistent weight and clipped detailing suggest a focus on high-impact branding and headline settings.
The numerals and caps carry a strong octagonal/woodtype flavor, and the lowercase remains sturdy and simplified rather than texty. The design’s notches and clipped terminals create distinctive silhouettes that help words stand out in short bursts, especially in headlines.