Distressed Furow 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, titles, book covers, game ui, event graphics, spooky, dramatic, dark, playful, mysterious, horror, fantasy, atmosphere, handmade, grunge, ragged, scratchy, roughened, thorny, inked.
The letterforms read as a stylized, hand-drawn serif with irregular, distressed contours and frequent thorn-like terminals. Strokes show uneven ink boundaries and small notches, creating a rough texture across both uppercase and lowercase. Proportions are slightly inconsistent by design, with a lively rhythm, modestly pointed joins, and occasional exaggerated curves (notably in rounded letters) that give the face a theatrical silhouette. Numerals match the same scratchy construction and maintain a cohesive, slightly jagged presence.
Best suited for display use: horror and fantasy book covers, film/game titles, seasonal event graphics, and themed packaging or signage where a distressed, eerie voice is desired. It can also work for short pull quotes, chapter headings, and poster typography, especially at moderate-to-large sizes where the rough details remain clear.
This font conveys a darkly playful, spooky tone with an expressive, hand-made energy. The ragged edges and scratchy details suggest tension and drama, making it feel suited to horror, fantasy, and occult-adjacent moods while still retaining a readable, storybook cadence.
The design appears intended to mimic distressed pen or brush lettering, prioritizing atmosphere and character over mechanical uniformity. Its irregular terminals and textured edges aim to add a sense of unease and handcrafted authenticity, suitable for titles and themed typography where mood is central.
In running text, the texture and variable character widths create an animated line, so generous tracking and leading can improve clarity. The uppercase set carries strong, emblem-like shapes, while the lowercase maintains the same distressed personality for cohesive mixed-case setting.