Slab Square Udkil 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Collegium' by GRIN3 (Nowak) (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, packaging, badges, sporty, industrial, assertive, retro, tactical, speed cue, ruggedness, impact, modern retro, chamfered, blocky, angular, compact, mechanical.
A heavy, forward-slanted slab serif with squared, chamfered joins and blunt terminals. Strokes are largely monolinear, with crisp corners and frequent bevel cuts that give counters and joints a faceted, engineered look. Proportions read as compact with a steady rhythm; rounds are squarish and geometric, and diagonals are sturdy and decisive. Numerals and capitals share the same angular construction, producing an even, high-impact texture in both display and short text settings.
This face works best where impact and motion are desirable: sports identities, team graphics, event posters, bold editorial headlines, and packaging or label systems that benefit from a rugged, engineered look. It is especially effective in all-caps and short phrases, where the faceted slabs create a strong, cohesive texture.
The overall tone is energetic and forceful, leaning toward a sporty, industrial voice. The sharp bevels and strong slabbing suggest speed, durability, and a utilitarian toughness, with a subtle retro athletic flavor.
The design appears intended to combine slab-serif solidity with a fast, angular, industrial geometry. By using consistent chamfers and squared terminals, it aims to deliver high contrast in silhouette and a confident, performance-oriented presence without relying on delicate detailing.
The italic slant is consistent and structural rather than calligraphic, reinforcing the mechanical feel. The squared counters in forms like O/Q and the clipped shoulders/terminals create a distinctive, badge-like silhouette that stays readable while emphasizing edge and momentum.