Distressed Purud 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Conneqt' by Roman Melikhov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, merch, album art, gritty, playful, handmade, retro, rowdy, analog texture, handcrafted feel, display impact, vintage nod, roughened, blotchy, inked, chunky, soft-cornered.
A heavy, chunky sans with rounded corners and slightly uneven construction, as if stamped or printed with an over-inked block. Strokes show deliberate roughening and small interior speckling, creating a worn, mottled texture across counters and terminals. Proportions are broad with generous bowls and open apertures, while widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph for an informal rhythm. Curves are smooth but imperfect, and straight strokes often exhibit subtle waviness that reinforces the handcrafted, distressed look.
Best suited to short, bold statements such as posters, headlines, logos, packaging callouts, and merchandise graphics where the worn texture can be appreciated. It also works well for themed titles in entertainment contexts (music, festivals, games) that benefit from a rough, analog print feel.
The texture and irregularity give the face a gritty, handmade energy that reads casual and a bit rebellious. Its soft geometry keeps it friendly and approachable, landing in a retro, poster-like tone rather than harsh industrial severity.
The design appears intended to mimic imperfect analog reproduction—ink spread, worn edges, and lightly eroded interiors—while keeping letterforms simple and sturdy for strong display impact. The variable widths and subtle inconsistencies suggest an aim for personality and authenticity over strict mechanical uniformity.
At display sizes the distressed texture becomes a defining feature, while at smaller sizes the speckling and rough edges can visually thicken forms and reduce crispness. Numerals follow the same rounded, blocky logic, maintaining consistent color and presence alongside the letters.