Wacky Bori 1 is a bold, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, album covers, quirky, mechanical, retro, eccentric, theatrical, display impact, distinctiveness, compact setting, graphic texture, condensed, inline, slab serif, geometric, angular.
A condensed, high-contrast display face with tall proportions and squared, slab-like terminals. Many letters use an internal inline cut or notch, creating a stenciled/engraved feel and a strong vertical rhythm. Curves are largely flattened into angular turns, with tight counters and occasional asymmetric joins that emphasize a constructed, modular look. Overall spacing reads compact, with narrow bowls and long vertical strokes that produce a striking, poster-ready texture in text.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short promotional copy where its tight width and strong patterning can take center stage. It works well for posters, packaging, album/film graphics, and distinctive wordmarks, especially in single-color applications where the inline detailing remains crisp.
The tone is intentionally oddball and showy—part vaudeville poster, part industrial signage. Its sharp geometry and internal cut details give it a slightly mysterious, gadget-like character, making ordinary text feel stylized and performative.
The design appears intended as a characterful, decorative condensed display face that combines slab-serif structure with inline/stencil-like interruptions. Its goal seems to be maximum visual identity in minimal horizontal space, prioritizing texture and personality over neutral readability in long text.
The inline cuts are most noticeable in vertical stems and at joints, which can create shimmering patterns across repeated strokes. Numerals follow the same condensed, engineered language, helping headings and short bursts of text feel cohesive and graphic.