Slab Normal Ophi 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corporative Slab', 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Weekly' by Los Andes; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Prelo Slab Pro', and 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype; and 'Arbour' and 'Arbour Soft' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, retro, friendly, punchy, confident, warm, impact, readability, retro flavor, sturdy emphasis, rounded, soft terminals, bracketed, ink-trap, chunky.
A heavy, italic slab serif with compact proportions and a clearly built, print-like structure. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with broad, squared slab serifs that feel slightly softened by rounding and subtle bracketing. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and joins show small notches/ink-trap-like cuts that help separate dense shapes. The overall rhythm is steady and workmanlike, with a consistent rightward slant and sturdy, blocky letterforms that stay legible at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, poster typography, packaging, and bold branding where a dense, attention-grabbing texture is desirable. It can also work for signage or editorial callouts, especially when you want a vintage-leaning slab serif that holds up under strong contrast between background and text.
The tone reads bold and approachable, combining a utilitarian sturdiness with a distinctly retro, headline-friendly flair. Its slanted posture and chunky slabs give it motion and confidence, while the rounded detailing keeps it from feeling harsh or overly formal.
Likely designed to deliver an assertive slab-serif voice with an italicized, energetic stance—prioritizing impact, clarity, and a familiar print vernacular. The softened corners and small cut-ins at joins suggest an intention to keep heavy shapes readable and visually separated at large sizes.
The numerals and capitals share the same wide-footed slab treatment, creating a cohesive, sign-like texture. In running text, the weight creates a strong, dark color and the slant adds emphasis, making it better suited to short-to-medium settings than long passages at small sizes.