Script Hodu 8 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, branding, packaging, headlines, merchandise, bold, playful, retro, friendly, lively, expressiveness, impact, approachability, handmade feel, brushy, rounded, bouncy, casual, smooth.
A heavy, slanted brush-script with rounded terminals and a soft, painted edge that stays clean and consistent. Strokes are thick and low in contrast, with simplified loops and compact counters that keep the letterforms dense. The rhythm is energetic and slightly bouncy, with a mix of connected cursive behavior in lowercase and more standalone, script-like capitals. Numerals are similarly robust and rounded, matching the forward-leaning, marker/brush feel.
This font suits short-to-medium display settings where a strong, friendly script is needed—such as posters, branding marks, packaging callouts, menu headers, and merchandise graphics. It performs best at larger sizes where the dense counters and thick strokes can breathe and maintain clarity.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, combining a confident, bold presence with an informal handwritten charm. Its slant and brushy motion give it a lively, expressive voice that reads as friendly and somewhat nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, brush-written script that feels quick, confident, and personable, prioritizing visual impact and energetic word shapes over delicate calligraphic detailing.
Capitals show sweeping, simplified strokes that suggest speed and momentum without becoming overly ornate. Lowercase letters feature compact joins and occasional open connections, keeping word shapes cohesive while preserving a hand-drawn personality.