Outline Kode 12 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, stickers, kids branding, playful, retro, cartoon, bouncy, friendly, attention grabbing, playful branding, retro flair, expressive display, rounded, outlined, bubbly, soft, informal.
A slanted, outline-only display face with rounded, inflated letterforms and a consistently thick outer contour. Strokes are monoline in feel (defined primarily by the outline), with soft corners, gently irregular curves, and a lively, hand-drawn rhythm. Proportions skew broad with generous counters, and the lowercase shows a prominent x-height that keeps words visually full. Terminals are blunted and smooth, and the overall spacing reads open, helping the hollow interiors stay clear at larger sizes.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing text such as headlines, posters, product packaging, stickers, and playful brand marks where the outlined silhouette can read clearly. It performs particularly well at medium-to-large sizes where the hollow interiors remain crisp and the bouncy rhythm becomes a feature rather than visual noise.
The style reads upbeat and approachable, with a light comic sensibility and a nostalgic, poster-like energy. Its bounce and soft geometry give it a casual, fun tone that feels more expressive than formal.
This font appears designed to deliver an energetic, friendly display voice through rounded outlines and a forward-leaning stance, prioritizing personality and impact over neutral text efficiency.
The outline construction creates a strong sticker/sign-painting impression, especially in the numerals and rounded letters. The slant is consistent enough to feel cohesive, while slight shape wobble adds personality and motion.