Slab Square Otba 9 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book design, posters, branding, traditional, academic, trustworthy, authoritative, readability, editorial tone, sturdy presence, classic voice, slab serif, bracketed slabs, sturdy, crisp, high contrast.
A sturdy slab serif with clear, blocky serifs and a largely even, workmanlike texture. Strokes show moderate contrast with firm vertical emphasis, while the slab serifs read as broad and confident, often slightly bracketed into the stems rather than hairline-sharp. Counters are open and legible, curves are smooth and controlled, and terminals tend to end in flat, squared-off forms that reinforce a solid rhythm. The overall proportions are balanced and familiar, with straightforward letterforms that prioritize clarity over ornament.
Well-suited to editorial headlines and subheads, book and magazine typography, and display settings where a firm, classic slab presence is desired. It can also support branding and packaging that benefits from a traditional, trustworthy voice and strong typographic structure.
The font conveys a classic, institutional tone—confident and dependable rather than expressive or playful. Its slab construction and steady spacing give it an editorial, print-rooted feel that suggests authority, tradition, and practicality.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab serif for general-purpose typography, balancing robust serifs with restrained detailing to keep text clear and headings emphatic. Its emphasis is on legibility and a confident, print-classic character.
In text, the face maintains a consistent, even color and reads comfortably at larger paragraph sizes, with strong silhouettes that help individual letters stay distinct. Figures match the same sturdy construction, making numerals feel stable and prominent alongside caps and lowercase.