Outline Abgik 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, sports branding, retro, playful, sporty, bold-leaning, dimensional accent, retro display, motion, attention-grabbing, inline, shadowed, slanted, rounded, bouncy.
An italic, outline display face with rounded terminals and an airy, hollow construction. Strokes are built from a clean outer contour with a consistent inner offset that creates an inline/engraved feel, and a small, repeating shadow-like notch appears along one side of many curves and joins. Letterforms are generously wide with soft corners, open counters, and a slightly bouncy rhythm; capitals feel compact and punchy while the lowercase shows more personality in forms like a single-storey a and a looped, descender-rich g. Numerals are smooth and oval-based, matching the friendly curvature of the alphabet.
Best suited to short, prominent settings such as headlines, poster titling, logos, labels, and packaging where the outlined forms can be appreciated. It also fits retro-inspired sports or diner-style themes and any application that benefits from energetic, slanted display typography.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, suggesting mid‑century signage and athletic or leisure branding. Its hollow build and slanted stance create motion and energy, reading as fun, confident, and attention-seeking rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a dynamic outline look with a built-in dimensional accent, combining friendly rounded geometry with an italic forward lean for momentum. It prioritizes personality and visual sparkle over neutral text economy, aiming to stand out in branding and display contexts.
The outline construction keeps interiors bright and emphasizes negative space, which can make thin details feel delicate at small sizes. The repeated side-notch treatment behaves like a subtle drop-shadow accent, adding depth and a hand-crafted sign-painting flavor.