Slab Normal Omba 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gold' by FontMesa, 'Faraon' by Latinotype, 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos, 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel, 'Huemul Slab' by W Type Foundry, and 'Chom' by Wundertype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, industrial, impact, readability, utility, warmth, nostalgia, bracketed, chunky, rounded terminals, soft corners, heavy serifs.
A heavy slab serif with generous proportions, broad letterforms, and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Serifs are thick and blocky with slight bracketing and softened corners, giving the shapes a sturdy, carved feel rather than sharp mechanical edges. Counters stay open and round, curves are full, and joins read cleanly, producing an even, poster-like rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to display settings where impact and clarity matter: headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, and packaging. It can also work for short blocks of copy or captions when you want a dense, assertive texture, but it will feel most at home at larger sizes where the slab details read clearly.
The overall tone is bold and dependable with a warm, approachable retro flavor. Its chunky slabs and softened edges suggest utility and craftsmanship—confident without feeling severe—making the voice feel familiar and straightforward.
The design appears intended as a practical, high-impact slab serif that stays readable while projecting strength. Its softened geometry and consistent, workmanlike construction aim to balance industrial sturdiness with a friendly, accessible presence.
The set shows a compact, punchy texture in paragraphs, where the weight and slabs create strong horizontal emphasis. Numerals are substantial and legible at a glance, matching the same robust, rounded construction as the letters.