Distressed Muta 4 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'JollyGood Proper Condensed' by Letradora (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, labels, greeting cards, handmade, quirky, rustic, casual, playful, handmade texture, casual display, analog print, roughened, organic, inked, wobbly, blunt.
A condensed, hand-drawn letterform with softly irregular outlines and lightly roughened edges that mimic dry ink or imperfect printing. Strokes stay fairly even in thickness with minimal contrast, but they wobble subtly, creating a lively rhythm. Terminals are generally blunt and slightly rounded, counters are compact, and spacing feels informal, with small per-glyph width differences that reinforce the handmade texture.
Works best for short to medium text where texture and personality are desirable—posters, packaging, labels, menu headings, and playful editorial callouts. It can also suit themed graphics where a worn, handmade print effect should be legible without looking formal.
The overall tone is casual and personable, with a slightly scruffy, analog feel. It reads as friendly and a bit eccentric rather than polished, suggesting something crafted by hand for a poster, label, or note.
The design appears intended to capture the look of hand-inked or roughly stamped lettering: narrow, readable forms paired with intentional edge noise and subtle stroke wobble for a tactile, crafted impression.
The uppercase has a tall, narrow stance and simplified construction, while the lowercase keeps straightforward, readable shapes with modest quirks. Numerals share the same uneven ink texture and compact proportions, helping the set feel cohesive in mixed text.