Slab Normal Gudu 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, western, sturdy, confident, friendly, poster, impact, clarity, sturdiness, versatility, heritage, blocky, bracketed, chunky, rounded, compact counters.
A heavy, block-built slab serif with broad proportions and clearly bracketed, rectangular serifs. Strokes are thick and mostly uniform, with softly rounded outer curves and small, tight counters that give the letters a dense, punchy texture. Terminals tend toward squared ends, while joins and corners show gentle rounding that reduces harshness. The rhythm is strong and steady, with straightforward, upright construction and robust spacing suited to large sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and display settings where strong presence is needed. It also fits signage, labels, and packaging that benefit from a sturdy, heritage-leaning slab look. For long passages, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes or in short blocks where its dense color reads as intentional emphasis.
The overall tone feels bold and dependable, with a classic sign-painting and old-poster flavor. Its chunky slabs and wide stance read as confident and emphatic, while the softened corners add a friendly, approachable edge. It suggests practical solidity rather than refinement.
The design appears intended as a practical, high-impact slab serif for display typography: bold enough to command attention, simple enough to stay versatile, and shaped with softened details to keep the tone approachable. It aims to deliver a classic, workhorse poster feel with reliable consistency across letters and figures.
In text, the heavy weight produces dark color and strong word shapes, with counters staying relatively small in letters like e, a, and s. Numerals and capitals share the same sturdy, slabbed treatment, creating a cohesive, headline-oriented voice. The silhouette remains clean and workmanlike, prioritizing impact and clarity over delicate detail.