Slab Normal Annod 12 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book text, newspaper, packaging, sturdy, industrial, traditional, no-nonsense, readability, durability, workhorse text, strong presence, slab serif, low contrast, bracketed serifs, compact, robust.
This slab serif shows sturdy, low-contrast strokes with prominent, squared serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than purely geometric. Letterforms are compact with a relatively restrained x-height and firm vertical stress, producing a stable, grounded texture. Curves are smooth but not overly rounded, and joins stay clean and utilitarian, keeping counters open and proportions practical across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
It fits well in text-forward settings where a strong serif voice helps hold the line, such as editorial layouts, books, newspapers, and informational print. The sturdy slabs also suit packaging and branding that want a reliable, established tone, and it can serve for headlines when a firm, grounded texture is desired.
The overall tone is solid and dependable, with an editorial, workmanlike presence. Its bold serifs and compact rhythm evoke a traditional, industrial sensibility—confident and readable without feeling decorative.
The design appears intended as a plainspoken slab serif for general-purpose typography, prioritizing consistent rhythm, durability at text sizes, and a confident typographic color over stylization.
Capitals maintain a consistent, authoritative weight while lowercase retains clear differentiation between similar shapes, supporting long-form readability. Numerals appear straightforward and sturdy, matching the text color and reinforcing the font’s utilitarian character.