Cursive Damal 10 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, greeting cards, social media, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, human touch, casual branding, expressive titling, quick handwriting, brushy, rounded, bouncy, lively, informal.
This font presents a handwritten brush-pen look with rounded terminals and softly tapered strokes that keep the outlines warm rather than rigid. Letterforms are slim and upright-leaning with a gentle rightward slant, and the stroke rhythm shows natural hand pressure—slightly thicker downstrokes with quicker, lighter joins. Forms are compact and tall, with simplified counters and occasional open apertures that help maintain clarity at display sizes. The overall texture is lively and slightly irregular, preserving a drawn-by-hand consistency without feeling mechanical.
It works best for short-to-medium display copy where the handwritten texture can be appreciated: headlines, posters, product labels, invitations, greeting cards, and social graphics. The compact, tall proportions help fit more characters in limited space while still keeping a personable, informal feel. For long body text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes with generous line spacing.
The tone is relaxed and personable, like quick marker lettering used for notes, packaging, or social posts. It reads as upbeat and conversational, with a friendly bounce that suggests spontaneity rather than formality. The brushy strokes and rounded shapes add warmth and approachability, making the text feel human and inviting.
The design intention appears to be a natural brush handwriting style that balances charm with readability. It aims to deliver a quick, human voice—imperfect in a controlled way—suited to modern casual branding and expressive titling without looking overly ornate.
Capitals are narrow and straightforward, while lowercase shapes show more of the brush-script personality, especially in looping forms and descenders. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic—simple, rounded, and legible—matching the text texture well in headings and short callouts.