Distressed Ulvi 5 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A rough, hand-drawn sans with brush-like strokes and subtly irregular outlines. Letterforms are simple and upright, with low stroke modulation and softly rounded corners created by the textured, inked edges. Spacing and widths vary from glyph to glyph, producing a lively rhythm; counters are open and the overall construction stays readable despite the imperfect, slightly wobbly baseline and stroke endpoints. Numerals follow the same casual, drawn-by-hand logic, with uneven curves and occasional tapering at joins.
Well-suited for display use where a personal, tactile tone is desired—such as posters, album or book covers, packaging, café menus, and social media graphics. It can also work for short paragraphs in casual contexts when ample size and leading preserve the rough detail and uneven rhythm.
The font feels informal and human, with a crafty, imperfect charm that suggests marker or dry-brush lettering. Its distressed texture adds a slightly gritty, DIY character while staying friendly and approachable rather than harsh.
Likely designed to deliver an authentic hand-rendered look with a deliberately imperfect surface, balancing readability with a textured, analog feel. The goal appears to be a versatile, friendly display hand that adds character without relying on extreme distortion.
The texture reads as printed or scanned ink, with small bumps and nicks along stems and curves that become more apparent at larger sizes. Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent hand-made personality, helping mixed-case text look cohesive in longer lines.