Hollow Other Abru 1 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans C', 'Core Sans CR', and 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core; 'Frankfurter SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; 'Crunold' by Trustha; and 'Caros' and 'Caros Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, stickers, playful, bubbly, cartoon, candy-like, friendly, display impact, playful branding, decorative texture, headline voice, rounded, soft, puffy, chunky, blobby.
A heavily rounded, chunky display face with inflated, pillowy strokes and softened corners throughout. Letterforms are built from simple geometric blobs with generous curves, producing wide counters and a compact, sturdy silhouette. Small internal cut-outs and highlight-like notches appear near joins and terminals, creating a distinctive hollowed/knocked-out detail that adds sparkle and texture without breaking overall legibility. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, G, S, and O), while straight elements (E, F, T) remain thick and rounded, maintaining a consistent, toy-like rhythm across the set.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, packaging, and cheerful brand marks where its rounded mass and decorative cut-outs can read clearly. It works especially well in playful contexts—children’s products, snack or candy branding, event promos, and social graphics—where a bold, friendly voice is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, leaning strongly into a fun, cartoon headline feel. The glossy cut-out details read like playful highlights, giving the letters a confectionary, bouncy personality that feels energetic rather than formal.
The design appears intended as a characterful display font that combines extra-soft, bubble-like forms with distinctive interior knockouts to create a memorable, glossy texture. It prioritizes instant visual personality and strong presence, making it effective for branding and attention-grabbing titles.
Spacing and sidebearings appear tuned for display sizes, with a lively, slightly irregular rhythm created by the bulbous geometry and the repeated interior cut-out motif. Numerals follow the same inflated construction and remain visually consistent with the uppercase and lowercase.