Slab Contrasted Roha 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dolmengi' by Ask Foundry, 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Cargan' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Exo Slab Pro' by Polimateria, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, 'Kondolarge' by TypeK, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, signage, rugged, assertive, vintage, collegiate, industrial, impact, sturdiness, retro display, headline clarity, brand presence, blocky, sturdy, bracketed, compact, ink-trappy.
A heavy, block-like slab serif with substantial rectangular serifs and gently bracketed joins that keep corners from feeling brittle. Strokes are thick and mostly even, with subtle shaping that produces a slight chiseled look in counters and terminals. The proportions read broad and steady, with a compact, muscular rhythm; curves (C, O, S) are rounded but restrained, while verticals and horizontals dominate the texture. Lowercase forms are sturdy and straightforward, with short, strong arms and a squat, solid presence; figures follow the same chunky, high-impact construction.
Best suited to headlines, short copy, and display settings where weight and presence are an advantage—posters, signage, labels, and bold packaging. It also fits sports or collegiate-style branding, merch graphics, and impactful editorial callouts where a sturdy slab voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, leaning into a classic poster and workwear feel. It conveys strength and reliability with a slightly old-school, collegiate energy—more utilitarian than elegant.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display slab that balances rugged, rectangular structure with softened brackets for readability. It prioritizes a strong silhouette and confident spacing over delicacy, aiming for clear, bold communication in branding and headline contexts.
At text sizes the dark color builds quickly, creating a dense, attention-grabbing paragraph texture; it benefits from generous tracking and line spacing when used in longer blocks. The slab details and soft brackets help maintain legibility despite the heavy weight.