Shadow Maja 10 is a very bold, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, kids branding, playful, retro, cartoon, bouncy, cheerful, attention grabbing, dimensionality, whimsy, novelty display, retro flavor, bubble, rounded, inflated, chunky, soft edges.
A rounded, inflated display face with heavy, compact letterforms and soft terminals. Strokes read as thick, blobby shapes with subtle irregularity, and many characters include an interior cut-out highlight that creates a hollowed, dimensional look. A consistent offset outline/shadow detail adds depth and a slightly layered silhouette, while counters are small and often pinched by the bold mass. Overall spacing feels tight and lively, with a hand-drawn rhythm and slightly variable widths across glyphs.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, logos, and packaging where its dimensional, bubbly shapes can read large. It also fits playful branding, kids-oriented materials, and event graphics where a cheerful, cartoon-like voice is desired.
The font conveys a fun, bubbly tone with a retro novelty feel, like classic cartoon titling or candy-shop signage. Its dimensional cut-outs and shadowed styling give it a playful, attention-seeking personality that feels upbeat rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, friendly impact with built-in depth through hollow highlights and an offset shadow, creating a ready-made display effect. It prioritizes character and decorative texture over neutral readability, aiming to stand out in titles and brand marks.
The hollow highlights and offset shadowing become a defining texture in longer text, producing a busy, decorative surface. Numerals and lowercase share the same puffy, rounded construction, keeping the set visually cohesive and strongly display-oriented.