Slab Square Tygo 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Faraon' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, mastheads, editorial, retro, assertive, sporty, americana, impact, space-saving, headline voice, heritage tone, motion, bracketed, condensed, slanted, sturdy, compact.
A condensed, slanted slab-serif with heavy, compact proportions and sturdy, low-contrast strokes. Serifs are blocky and squared with subtle bracketing, giving the forms a firm, anchored feel while keeping joins clean and consistent. The italic construction reads more as a forward slant than calligraphic modulation, with tight apertures and a compressed rhythm that emphasizes verticality. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and spacing appears tuned for strong, headline-oriented texture rather than airy text color.
Best suited for short to medium-length display settings where impact and economy of width matter, such as headlines, posters, mastheads, and bold editorial callouts. The condensed build and strong slabs also fit packaging, labels, and sporty or heritage-leaning branding that benefits from a rugged, assertive voice.
The overall tone is confident and slightly nostalgic, evoking classic headline typography with a hardworking, no-nonsense energy. Its condensed, forward-leaning stance adds urgency and motion, while the slab structure keeps it grounded and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful condensed italic with slab authority—combining fast, forward momentum with a solid, square-ended serif framework for high-impact display typography.
Uppercase forms show squared terminals and robust horizontals that hold their shape under weight, while lowercase maintains a practical, readable skeleton with a compact footprint. Numerals are sturdy and blunt, matching the letterforms’ blocky serif language and supporting punchy, poster-like settings.