Slab Square Ogfu 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brasilica' by CAST, 'Carrara' and 'Marbach' by Hoftype, 'Marat' by Ludwig Type, and 'Capitolina' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, branding, confident, editorial, robust, traditional, authoritative, impact, stability, readability, editorial voice, classic feel, blocky, bracketed, compact, ink-trap feel, soft corners.
A sturdy serif with slab-like, mostly square-ended terminals and generous, weighty stems. The letterforms show subtle modulation and bracketed joins that soften the otherwise blocky construction, producing a steady, readable rhythm in text. Counters are open and round where expected (notably in C/O/Q), while many joins and notches create a slightly ink-trap-like bite that adds texture at display sizes. Overall proportions are broad and assertive, with a consistent, even color across lines.
Best suited for headlines and short-to-medium text where a bold, authoritative presence is desired, such as posters, book covers, editorial layouts, and branding systems that need strong typographic anchoring. Its dense color and sturdy serifs also work well for packaging and labels where impact and clarity matter.
The tone is confident and editorial, combining a classic, press-like seriousness with a hearty, approachable warmth. It feels dependable and declarative—more headline-driven than delicate—suggesting tradition, craft, and a no-nonsense voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong slab-serif voice with clear, square-ended structure and softened joins for usability. It prioritizes impact, stability, and an editorial classicism that holds up in both prominent headings and emphatic text settings.
In the sample text, the strong horizontal serifs and squared terminals create clear word shapes and a stable baseline, with punctuation and numerals matching the same heavy, pragmatic construction. The lowercase has a compact, sturdy feel that keeps paragraphs dark and emphatic, while still maintaining clear internal spaces for legibility.