Distressed Ungi 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, book covers, quotes, branding, handmade, casual, rustic, warm, lively, handwritten feel, organic texture, casual display, human warmth, brushy, textured, organic, sketchy, imperfect.
A slanted, handwritten-style face with a narrow overall footprint and low-contrast strokes that mimic quick brush or marker writing. Forms show subtly irregular contours and slightly rough edges, producing a printed-from-handmade texture rather than crisp geometry. Curves are rounded and open, terminals taper softly, and spacing feels informal with small variations in character width and rhythm. Capitals are simple and lightly stylized, while lowercase features looped ascenders/descenders and compact, short-bodied letters that keep the line lively.
Well-suited to short-to-medium text in applications where a handcrafted voice is desirable, such as packaging, café or craft branding, posters, and editorial pull quotes. The textured, slanted strokes also work nicely for headings and display lines where some grit and personality can be an advantage.
The font conveys an approachable, personal tone with a gently worn, artisanal character. Its textured strokes and easy cursive motion feel casual and human, suggesting something crafted by hand rather than set mechanically.
Likely designed to emulate quick, natural handwriting with a brushy texture and mild distressing, balancing legibility with a human, imperfect finish. The overall intention reads as expressive and informal, offering a ready-made handmade look without requiring custom lettering.
Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with modest quirks in bowls and joins that reinforce the distressed, analog feel. The italic slant is consistent across cases, helping text flow smoothly, while the roughened edges add visual flavor that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes.