Inline Ilki 2 is a very bold, very narrow, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dharma Gothic' and 'Dharma Gothic Rounded' by Dharma Type, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Grand' by North Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, retro, poster, mechanical, authoritative, impact, compact fit, engraved detail, vintage signage, condensed, inline, monoline inset, rounded corners, blocky.
A condensed display face built from tall, sturdy letterforms with rounded-rectangle curves and squared terminals. Each glyph is drawn as a solid silhouette with a consistent inline channel cut through the strokes, producing a crisp, engraved look and clear internal rhythm. Counters are compact and vertically oriented, with tight apertures and an overall modular geometry that stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. The lowercase follows the same condensed construction with simple, upright joins and a prominent x-height, keeping texture even in longer lines of text.
Best suited for headlines and short display settings where the inline cut can read clearly—posters, signage, packaging labels, and bold wordmarks. It can also work for subheads or pull quotes when set with generous tracking and ample size to preserve the inline detail.
The inline carving and compressed proportions give the font a bold, industrial confidence with a vintage signage flavor. It feels assertive and utilitarian, with a hint of Art Deco and letterpress-era display typography. The tone is attention-grabbing and structured rather than soft or casual.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact width while adding decorative depth through an engraved inline. Its consistent, modular construction suggests a focus on strong branding and vintage-inspired display typography that stays legible and cohesive across letters and figures.
The inline detail remains visible even in narrower joins, adding dimensionality without resorting to shading. Numerals are similarly tall and compact, matching the set’s poster-like verticality and maintaining a consistent, mechanical cadence across mixed text.