Slab Contrasted Hoha 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dean Slab' by Blaze Type and 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, western, athletic, retro, assertive, playful, display impact, retro flavor, brand emphasis, energetic motion, strong legibility, bracketed, slabbed, ink-trap feel, compact, chunky.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and tightly packed counters. Strokes are chunky with a noticeable (but not delicate) contrast between main stems and connecting strokes, and the slab terminals read as thick, squared-off, and often slightly bracketed into the stems. The letterforms show energetic shaping—angled joins, notched/stepped cuts in places, and occasional wedge-like terminals—creating a lively rhythm rather than a purely geometric or strictly industrial slab. Lowercase forms appear sturdy and compact, with a single-storey “a” and a strong, simplified “g,” while figures are robust and highly legible with prominent, blocky terminals.
Best suited to short, prominent text such as headlines, posters, campaign graphics, product packaging, and logo wordmarks where the bold slabs and italic momentum can carry the composition. It can also work well for impactful subheads or pull quotes when set with generous line spacing to avoid dark, continuous texture.
The font projects a bold, high-impact tone with a distinctly retro, poster-ready swagger. Its italic slant and chunky slabs give it a sporty, attention-grabbing presence that can also evoke western or vintage display typography depending on context. Overall, it feels confident, informal, and built for emphasis.
This design appears intended as a characterful display slab that combines strong, blocky construction with a dynamic italic stance. The goal is maximum presence and instant recognition, using sculpted terminals and compact counters to keep forms readable while emphasizing personality and punch.
Spacing and internal shapes are optimized for display use: apertures and counters remain readable despite the weight, while the sculpted terminals and small interior cut-ins add character at large sizes. The slant is consistent and contributes to forward motion without becoming script-like.