Distressed Kozi 1 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, album covers, gritty, raw, rugged, handmade, vintage print, weathered impact, analog texture, poster punch, rough authenticity, print artifact, blunt serifs, inked texture, rough edges, worn print, noisy silhouette.
A heavy, blocky serif style with compact proportions and uneven, distressed contours throughout. Stems and bowls are stout and simplified, while the serifs are blunt and irregular, with frequent nicks, gaps, and roughened terminals that suggest ink spread and erosion. Texture is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, creating a noisy silhouette that remains legible at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short bursts of text where texture is a feature: posters, album covers, event flyers, beer or spirits labels, merchandise, and editorial display callouts. It can also work for packaging, signage, or branding that wants a stamped/letterpress feel, but the heavy distress will overwhelm small sizes and long-form reading.
This face projects a gritty, analog attitude—more handmade and improvised than polished. The broken edges and inky texture evoke worn letterpress, stamped packaging, or DIY gig posters, giving it a raw, punchy voice that reads as loud and a bit unruly.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an intentionally degraded surface, simulating imperfect printing and wear. Its strong, simple letterforms are built to hold together despite the rough texture, prioritizing bold presence and character over refinement.
The sample text shows pronounced edge breakup and interior speckling that stays relatively even across the alphabet, giving a cohesive distressed rhythm. Numerals match the same rugged treatment, supporting cohesive typographic systems in display applications.