Distressed Komu 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A heavy, chunky display face with uneven, torn-looking contours and subtly blobby joins that suggest ink spread or worn stamping. Strokes are thick and largely monoline in feel, but edges fluctuate constantly, creating a lively silhouette and irregular counters. Forms are mostly upright with compact curves, short terminals, and a slightly inconsistent rhythm that reads intentionally handmade rather than mechanically uniform.
Best suited for short, high-impact text where the distressed edges can be appreciated—posters, headlines, merch graphics, album or zine covers, and themed packaging. It can also work for attention-grabbing labels or badges, especially when paired with a simple, clean secondary typeface for body copy.
The texture and wobble give it a gritty, DIY attitude with a hint of vintage low-fi printing. It feels bold and loud, projecting an imperfect, tactile energy that can read as mischievous, spooky, or rebellious depending on color and setting.
The design appears intended to mimic worn print or rough-cut lettering, prioritizing texture and presence over precision. Its goal is to deliver an assertive display voice that feels tactile and imperfect, like inked type pulled from a distressed plate.
The distressed detailing is pervasive across letters and numerals, so at smaller sizes the rough perimeter can close in counters and soften internal detail. Its strongest impression comes from the overall silhouette and texture rather than crisp interior shapes.