Solid Gulu 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newbery Sans Pro' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
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A heavy, compact display face built from thick strokes with rounded outer corners and simplified, almost cutout-like interior counters. Curves are broad and geometric, while joins and terminals tend to be blunt, creating a dense, poster-ready texture. The lowercase shows sturdy, single-storey constructions where applicable, and the overall rhythm favors large enclosed shapes with minimal inner detail, giving letters a solid, unified silhouette.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as posters, big headlines, playful branding, packaging, and merchandise graphics where the chunky silhouettes can read at a glance. It can also work for signage or titles in entertainment contexts, but is less appropriate for small sizes or long passages where the dense forms may reduce clarity.
The tone is bold and mischievous, leaning toward a friendly cartoon and mid-century sign vibe rather than formal modernism. Its exaggerated mass and softened geometry make it feel approachable and energetic, with a slightly oddball character that reads as intentionally playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a soft, humorous edge—prioritizing bold silhouettes, simplified counters, and a cohesive, solid texture for attention-grabbing display typography.
In text lines, the tight spacing and heavy color create strong horizontal bands, and small apertures can close up quickly as size decreases. Round letters and numerals appear especially weighty, with a consistent “puddle” silhouette that emphasizes silhouette recognition over internal detail.