Script Ikbo 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, friendly, retro, expressive, playful, casual, hand-lettered feel, display impact, friendly branding, retro sign style, brushy, rounded, looping, swashy, lively.
A slanted, brush-like script with thick main strokes and tapered terminals that mimic pressure and lift. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with rounded bowls, soft curves, and frequent entry/exit strokes that create a flowing rhythm. Capitals show more flourish and curvature, while lowercase stays relatively tight with small counters and a modest x-height; joins are suggested rather than strictly continuous, keeping the texture lively and handwritten. Numerals are similarly italicized and curvy, designed to harmonize with the letterforms rather than stand apart.
Well-suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, café/retail signage, and brand marks where a friendly handwritten voice is desired. It can work for short phrases, pull quotes, and product names, especially when you want bold script presence and strong visual momentum.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a confident, upbeat sweep that feels informal but polished. Its brushy weight and looping forms evoke a nostalgic, sign-painting energy that reads as inviting and expressive rather than formal or austere.
The design appears intended to capture the look of confident brush lettering in a consistent, font-ready form, balancing decorative capitals with a compact, readable lowercase. Its proportions and weight suggest an aim toward impactful display typography that still feels personal and hand-made.
The heavier stroke weight and compact interior spaces create strong color on the page, especially in longer lines of text. Flourished capitals and occasional swash-like strokes add emphasis, making the face particularly attention-grabbing in short bursts.