Slab Contrasted Roky 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Peckham' by Los Andes, 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, retro, robust, friendly, impactful, impact, sturdiness, display clarity, nostalgia, chunky, blocky, bracketed, soft corners, compact counters.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad proportions and strongly bracketed slabs that read as integrated extensions of the stems. The strokes are mostly uniform, with subtle internal shaping that keeps joins and terminals smooth rather than sharp, and counters that stay compact under the weight. Curves are full and rounded (notably in bowls and numerals), while horizontals and serifs maintain a sturdy, rectilinear rhythm. Overall spacing and silhouette favor dense, high-ink forms that hold together well at large sizes.
Best suited to display typography where weight and presence are an advantage—headlines, posters, packaging, storefront or wayfinding signage, and bold brand marks. It can also work for short emphatic text blocks or pull quotes where a dense, authoritative texture is desired.
The tone is assertive and upbeat, pairing a workmanlike sturdiness with a warm, slightly nostalgic feel. Its chunky slabs and rounded curves project reliability and approachability, while the mass and width deliver strong headline presence.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a stable slab-serif structure, balancing industrial sturdiness with softened shaping for a friendlier, more contemporary readability in display contexts.
The letterforms lean on bold, simple geometry with clear slab cues and moderate bracketing, giving the face a cohesive, poster-ready texture. The numerals share the same heavy, rounded construction, supporting consistent typographic color across mixed alphanumeric settings.