Hollow Other Byba 9 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pumpkin Muffin' by Gassstype, 'Linotte' by JCFonts, and 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, logos, headlines, playful, bubbly, cartoon, candy-like, friendly, whimsy, impact, cuteness, novelty, branding, rounded, soft, blobby, chunky, knockouts.
A heavy, rounded display face with bulbous strokes and softened terminals throughout. Letterforms are built from thick, smooth shapes with irregular, organic contours and generous curves, creating a bouncy rhythm across words. Most glyphs include small internal cutouts and highlight-like voids that read as glossy “shine” marks, plus open counters where applicable; these knockouts add texture while keeping the overall silhouette bold. Proportions are compact and friendly, with simplified joins and minimal sharp angles, and the numerals match the same inflated, toy-like construction.
Well-suited for children’s materials, playful branding, candy or toy packaging, party invitations, and bold poster headlines. It also works for short, expressive logo wordmarks and social graphics where a bubbly, approachable voice is desired, especially when set large enough for the interior cutouts to show cleanly.
The overall tone is cheerful and whimsical, with a sweet, toy-store energy. The glossy cutouts suggest a puffy, confectionary or sticker-like surface, pushing the design toward lighthearted, kid-friendly communication rather than formal text setting.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum friendliness and impact through inflated, rounded forms, while the hollowed highlight details add a distinctive, “shiny” personality. It prioritizes character and display presence over neutrality, aiming for memorable, fun typography in short reads.
The internal knockouts vary by glyph and act like decorative highlights, so the font reads best at sizes where those details remain clear. The roundness and thick strokes create strong color on the page, while the playful irregularity keeps it from feeling geometric or corporate.