Distressed Daza 9 is a bold, very narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, branding, headlines, social media, packaging, handmade, energetic, casual, playful, gritty, hand lettering, dry brush texture, expressive display, casual impact, brushy, textured, dry brush, informal, expressive.
A slanted, brush-script style with chunky downstrokes and thinner connecting strokes, showing clear pressure contrast typical of a marker or brush pen. Letterforms are compact and upright-leaning in rhythm, with narrow proportions and tight counters that keep the texture dense. Edges appear dry and slightly ragged, with visible stroke breakup and occasional uneven fill that reads like ink drag on paper. Terminals are mostly tapered and rounded, and the overall construction favors quick, gestural shapes over strict geometric consistency.
Best suited for display settings such as posters, headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and social media graphics where a handmade brush feel is desirable. It works especially well at medium to large sizes where the textured stroke breakup can be appreciated and where strong, informal emphasis is needed.
The font conveys a lively, handmade tone that feels spontaneous and human. Its dry-brush texture adds a gritty, streetwise character, while the rounded forms keep it friendly and approachable. Overall it reads as energetic and informal, with a crafted imperfection that suggests authenticity.
The design appears intended to emulate fast brush lettering with dry, textured ink, prioritizing expressive gesture and punchy contrast over pristine outlines. It aims to deliver a crafted, high-energy look that feels personal and attention-grabbing in contemporary themed designs.
In longer lines, the textured blacks create a strong color on the page, making the type feel bold and poster-forward. The figures and lowercase maintain the same brush logic, helping mixed-case settings look cohesive, while the rough edges remain the defining personality trait.