Slab Normal Opbo 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype and 'Hexi' by Sign Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, sturdy, friendly, retro, industrial, impact, robustness, approachability, print feel, slab serif, bracketed, rounded, soft corners, chunky.
A heavy, slab-serif design with compact, blocky letterforms and softly rounded corners. Strokes are largely monolinear, and the serifs are broad and strongly bracketed, creating a continuous, cushioned silhouette rather than sharp, chiseled terminals. Counters are relatively tight and shapes are generously filled in, giving the face a dense color on the line. The lowercase shows single-storey forms where expected (e.g., a, g) and a sturdy, upright construction; figures are wide and weighty with consistent slab treatment.
This font is well suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and bold branding where a solid slab-serif voice is needed. It can also work for short blocks of text in editorial or promotional contexts when set with ample size and spacing to keep counters from closing in.
The overall tone is bold and dependable, with a warm, slightly nostalgic voice. Its rounded slab details add approachability to an otherwise assertive, poster-ready presence, evoking classic print and sign lettering without feeling overly decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, workmanlike slab-serif texture with softened, friendly details—prioritizing impact and clarity in display typography while retaining a familiar, utilitarian feel.
The face maintains an even rhythm and strong baseline presence, with distinctive, prominent serifs that remain readable at display sizes. The dot on i/j is clearly separated and round, and the punctuation in the sample text appears robust enough to hold up in heavy settings.