Shadow Imba 6 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, stickers, retro, playful, bold, comic, display, add depth, grab attention, retro styling, headline impact, graphic punch, outlined, inline, drop shadow, layered, sticker-like.
A chunky, rounded sans with a prominent outline and a consistent offset shadow that creates a layered, dimensional look. Counters and inner shapes are opened up with an inline/hollow treatment, giving strokes a cut-out feel while keeping the overall silhouette heavy and legible. Terminals are generally blunt and corners are softly squared, with a steady rhythm across caps, lowercase, and figures. Numerals and letters share the same construction logic, and the shadow offset is applied uniformly to reinforce the 3D effect in longer text.
Best suited for display applications such as posters, headline typography, logos, packaging, and merch graphics where the shadowed outline can do the work of emphasis. It also fits social media graphics and titles that benefit from a bold, dimensional presence, especially on flat backgrounds with strong contrast.
The overall tone is upbeat and attention-grabbing, with a nostalgic sign-painting and print-ad energy. The outline-and-shadow construction reads as friendly and extroverted rather than formal, suggesting fun, pop culture, and lighthearted branding. It feels like a headline style meant to be seen, not whispered.
This design appears intended to deliver instant impact through an outline-plus-shadow system that simulates depth while keeping letterforms simple and readable. The hollowed interior detailing adds texture and character without relying on intricate shapes, pointing to a practical, high-visibility display purpose.
The offset shadow adds visual weight and directionality, making spacing feel slightly tighter in dense settings; it performs best with generous tracking or at larger sizes. Rounded geometry and simplified forms help maintain clarity even with the multi-layer construction.