Sans Other Damus 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, retro, friendly, playful, bold, chunky, display impact, retro charm, brand distinctiveness, texture at joins, soft corners, flared terminals, ink trap feel, high impact, rounded joins.
A heavy, compact display face with broad strokes and gently modulated thickness. Forms are built from sturdy, rounded geometry with subtly flared terminals and soft, triangular notches that create an ink-trap-like texture at joins and inside corners. Curves are generous and slightly squarish, counters stay open despite the weight, and the overall rhythm is lively rather than strictly mechanical. Numerals match the chunky construction, with prominent bowls and simplified, sturdy silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, labels, and branding where a bold, characterful wordmark is needed. It works well for packaging, event graphics, and signage that aims for a friendly retro flavor, and is most effective at medium-to-large sizes where the corner details remain clear.
The tone reads retro and approachable, with a playful, sign-painting-inspired robustness. Its chunky shapes and quirky corner cut-ins give it a warm, slightly whimsical personality that feels confident and attention-grabbing without becoming aggressive.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans with a distinctive cut-corner/ink-trap motif to maintain clarity in heavy strokes while adding personality. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and a memorable texture for branding and editorial titling.
The distinctive corner notches and flared ends create a consistent visual motif across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, adding texture at large sizes. In longer text samples, the dense weight produces strong color and benefits from generous spacing and headline-style use.