Slab Square Asriv 6 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: typewriter styling, book jackets, editorial text, captions, posters, typewriter, editorial, academic, archival, understated, typewriter homage, structured readability, distinctive motif, monoline, slab serif, square terminals, high crossbars, open counters.
A monoline slab-serif design with crisp, square-ended serifs and terminals that read as clean, mechanical cuts rather than bracketed transitions. Strokes stay relatively even throughout, with a tall, airy texture and generous interior space in bowls and rounds. The letterforms lean toward compact widths with a steady rhythm, and many capitals feature midline cross-strokes (notably in C, G, O, Q) that create a distinct, structured signature. Lowercase shapes remain straightforward and legible, with single-story forms where expected and simple, sturdy joins; numerals are similarly plain, with round forms kept open and uncluttered.
Works well for projects seeking a typewriter-inspired or institutional feel—editorial layouts, book and zine covers, museum/archival graphics, pull quotes, and short-to-medium text blocks where a light, structured slab serif can add character without heavy contrast. It also suits posters and headings when you want the distinctive cross-stroke motif to become part of the visual identity.
The overall tone feels utilitarian and archival—evoking typewritten or institutional printing with a calm, no-nonsense demeanor. Its spare construction and consistent stroke weight give it an engineered, methodical presence, while the prominent cross-strokes add a slightly idiosyncratic, scholarly flavor.
This design appears intended to blend a classic slab-serif foundation with a restrained, mechanical voice, prioritizing clarity and consistency while adding a recognizable structural quirk through repeated midline cross-strokes in several key glyphs.
The sample text shows strong baseline discipline and an even color across mixed-case settings, with punctuation and spacing supporting a measured, text-forward voice. The midline cross-stroke motif is visually prominent at display sizes and becomes a defining texture element when repeated across lines.