Distressed Epbat 2 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Book W1G' by Berthold, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, and 'Herd' by Wahyu and Sani Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, merch, rugged, playful, retro, handmade, bold, vintage print, rugged impact, handmade texture, poster display, blocky, textured, rounded, chunky, imperfect.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded corners and simplified, block-like construction. Strokes are stout and mostly monoline in feel, with an overall squat rhythm and tight internal counters that keep letterforms dense. A consistent worn texture appears throughout—small chips, specks, and roughened interiors—suggesting ink breakup or scuffed printing while preserving clear silhouettes. Uppercase and lowercase share the same sturdy, utilitarian skeleton, and numerals follow the same chunky, straightforward geometry.
Works best for short to medium display copy where texture can be appreciated: posters, bold headlines, product packaging, labels, badges, and merch graphics. It can also add character to signage-style compositions or punchy social graphics where a rugged printed feel is desired.
The texture and chunky proportions give the face a tough, down-to-earth personality with a friendly, slightly quirky edge. It reads as handcrafted and vintage-leaning, like stamped packaging or well-used signage, bringing energy and character without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to deliver strong, immediate impact while baking in a pre-weathered, analog printing aesthetic. Its simplified shapes and consistent distressing aim to keep text legible at display sizes while supplying a distinctive, handcrafted tone.
The distressed pattern is evenly distributed across glyphs, creating a unified “printed” look rather than random deformation of outlines. Round forms (O, C, G) stay generously curved, while joins and terminals remain blunt, reinforcing the sturdy, poster-ready presence.