Print Hodos 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Whatchamacallit' by Comicraft, 'Astern Shade' by Edignwn Type, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, and 'Fort Yukon' by Larin Type Co (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, stickers, playful, friendly, hand-drawn, quirky, retro, approachability, handmade feel, attention grabbing, cheerful branding, informal tone, chunky, rounded, bouncy, soft-edged, cartoonish.
A chunky, soft-cornered display face with hand-drawn irregularity and a compact overall footprint. Strokes are heavy and largely monoline, with subtly wobbly outlines and slight width variation from letter to letter that gives an organic rhythm. Counters are tight and rounded, terminals tend to look blunted or subtly flared, and curves feel inflated rather than geometric. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey forms and a straightforward construction, while figures follow the same thick, bulbous shaping for a cohesive texture.
Well-suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and cheerful branding where a hand-made voice is desired. It also works well for playful labels, invitations, and social graphics, especially when used at display sizes rather than for extended reading.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a casual, doodled confidence that reads as fun rather than formal. Its slightly uneven, puffy silhouettes suggest a playful, kid-friendly energy and a light retro sign-painting/cartoon flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly hand-printed look that feels spontaneous and human while remaining consistent enough for branding. Its compact proportions and chunky strokes aim for immediate attention and a warm, informal personality.
In longer text the dense stroke weight creates a dark, lively color, while the narrow set and tight counters can reduce clarity at smaller sizes. It performs best when given room—larger sizes, modest tracking, and ample line spacing help the forms breathe.