Distressed Irboz 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: prop design, posters, packaging, book covers, zines, typewriter, gritty, retro, noir, handmade, aged print, analog texture, mechanical feel, atmosphere, rough ink, worn edges, blotted, uneven texture, vintage print.
A monospaced, upright design with typewriter-like proportions and a steady horizontal rhythm. Strokes show intentional irregularity: edges are ragged, terminals look slightly blunted, and counters are uneven as if affected by worn type, ink spread, or rough printing. The forms stay broadly consistent across the set, with sturdy verticals and simple, utilitarian construction, while small bumps and dents add texture without collapsing the basic letter shapes. Numerals and capitals match the same rugged imprint, maintaining a cohesive, slightly distressed color on the page.
Well-suited to headlines, short blocks, and themed typography where a worn, printed character is desirable—such as posters, book covers, album art, packaging, and film/escape-room props. It can also work for interface or code-themed visuals when a gritty, analog monospaced voice is needed, though the distressed edges may be best reserved for display sizes.
The overall tone is analog and tactile, evoking imperfect mechanical printing and aged documents. It reads as gritty and atmospheric—suggestive of detective files, zines, or prop typography—while still keeping a clear, matter-of-fact cadence typical of monospaced faces.
The design appears aimed at recreating a weathered typewriter or rough letterpress impression: dependable monospaced structure paired with deliberately degraded contours to add age, grit, and physicality.
The texture is most apparent at curves and joints, where ink-like pooling and small notches create a lively outline. Spacing feels uniform and disciplined, which helps longer lines remain organized even as the distressed details add visual noise at smaller sizes.