Slab Contrasted Kobab 18 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sybilla', 'Sybilla Multiverse', and 'Sybilla Pro' by Karandash (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, headlines, bookish, traditional, scholarly, trustworthy, readability, editorial tone, classic utility, sturdy presence, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, structured, crisp.
A sturdy slab serif with bracketed, blocky terminals and a clear, structured rhythm. The letterforms show moderate modulation with firm verticals and substantial serifs that read confidently without feeling heavy. Counters are open and fairly round, with a slightly compact, text-oriented proportion that keeps spacing even in paragraphs. Uppercase forms feel classical and measured, while lowercase shapes are straightforward and readable, with a single-story “g” and a clean, sturdy “a.” Numerals are clear and evenly proportioned, designed to sit comfortably alongside text.
Well-suited to body text in print or on screen where a stable, readable texture is needed, such as books, long-form articles, and magazines. It can also support headlines and section titles when you want a classic, no-nonsense presence with a distinctly slab-serif voice.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, projecting reliability and quiet authority. It suggests an editorial or academic voice—serious, composed, and practical—while the slab serifs add a subtle ruggedness that keeps it from feeling overly delicate.
Likely designed as a dependable text slab serif that balances traditional serif proportions with stronger, more architectural terminals. The emphasis appears to be on clarity and consistency in continuous reading, while still offering enough character for editorial display settings.
In the sample text, the font maintains a steady color and consistent texture across long lines, with serifs that help guide the eye horizontally. The punctuation and dots appear robust and legible at text sizes, reinforcing its utilitarian, reading-first character.