Distressed Soju 10 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A compact display serif with heavy, blocky stems and pronounced wedge-like terminals. The letterforms show irregular, distressed contours with chipped edges and uneven ink spread, creating a worn, rough-printed look. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is punchy, with strong vertical emphasis and occasional asymmetry that reads as intentional damage rather than handwriting.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, event flyers, album or book covers, and bold branding moments where texture is desirable. It can also work for labels and packaging that aim for an antique, handmade, or rough-printed aesthetic, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone feels nostalgic and theatrical, evoking old posters, fairground signage, and weathered storefront lettering. Its rough finish adds grit and drama, giving headings a slightly ominous, tongue-in-cheek character that can swing from playful to spooky depending on context.
The design appears intended to mimic distressed woodtype or letterpress printing, combining sturdy serif forms with purposeful wear to deliver a bold, vintage display voice. It prioritizes personality and texture over pristine uniformity, aiming for instant atmosphere in titles and signage-like settings.
The distressed texture is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, so the “aged print” effect remains coherent in longer lines. At smaller sizes the chipping can visually thicken joins and close up details, so it reads best when given room to breathe.