Sans Other Dabik 12 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, children's, playful, whimsical, retro, friendly, bold, attention, humor, approachability, novelty, display, chunky, bouncy, quirky, rounded, irregular.
A heavy, chunky sans with softly rounded corners and subtly irregular contours that give it a hand-cut, animated feel. Strokes are broadly consistent but show gentle swelling and tapering, with a lively baseline rhythm and slightly uneven internal counters. Uppercase forms are compact and sturdy, while lowercase letters are more idiosyncratic with distinct, sometimes bulbous joins and terminals; the overall texture is dense and attention-grabbing. Numerals follow the same bold, softened construction and read clearly at display sizes.
Well-suited for bold headlines, posters, packaging, and identity work where personality and immediacy matter. It can also fit children’s materials, event promotions, and playful editorial callouts, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the quirky details stay clear.
The font conveys a lighthearted, mischievous tone—more cartoon and poster than neutral signage. Its bouncy shapes and slight unpredictability feel informal and energetic, suggesting fun, humor, and a retro novelty sensibility.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual character within a simple sans framework, using softened geometry and controlled irregularity to create a friendly, animated display voice that stands out in short phrases and titles.
Round dots, curved diagonals, and irregular curves create a dynamic word image, especially in mixed case. The strong black mass and tight internal spacing make it most effective when given generous tracking and ample line spacing in longer settings.