Sans Other Ibse 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, medieval, whimsical, folkloric, storybook, playful, distinctive display, themed branding, handcrafted feel, logo readability, flared terminals, chiseled cuts, rounded bowls, angular joins, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with subtly flared terminals and frequent chiseled, triangular cut-ins that create a carved, hand-shaped feel. Strokes are largely uniform, but the rhythm is lively: joins and diagonals often taper into small wedges, and curves are generous with slightly flattened transitions. Counters are open and fairly large for the weight, while several letters lean on stylized geometry (notably the pointed joins in V/W and the distinctive, ornament-like shapes in S and Q). Numerals match the letterforms with broad, stable silhouettes and similarly notched or angled finishing cuts.
This font is well-suited to display roles where personality matters: headlines, poster typography, titles, and brand marks. It can also work effectively on packaging and signage, especially for products or venues seeking a handcrafted, folkloric, or themed atmosphere. The strong silhouettes and open counters support legibility best at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone feels medieval and storybook-like, with a friendly, decorative energy rather than a strict modernist neutrality. The wedge-cut details evoke carved signage or calligraphic brush/pen decisions, lending a slightly theatrical, fantasy-leaning character. Despite the ornament, the forms remain approachable and readable at display sizes.
The design appears intended to offer a distinctive, themed sans that borrows from carved or hand-lettered traditions while keeping the underlying structure simple and sturdy. Its goal is recognizability and mood-setting through consistent wedge-like details and rounded, weighty forms rather than fine contrast or delicate modulation.
The design maintains consistent stroke weight and terminal treatment across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping the alphabet feel like a cohesive system. Several characters use distinctive, emblematic construction—such as the bowl-and-tail treatment in Q/q and the pointed, heart-like joins in V/W—making the face especially recognizable in headlines and logos.