Outline Akme 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, comics, logos, packaging, comic, retro, punchy, playful, dynamic, attention-grabbing, retro styling, comic display, 3d effect, slanted, angular, faceted, outlined, shadowed.
A slanted, outlined display face with faceted, polygonal letterforms and a hand-drawn contour feel. Strokes are rendered as an outer line with open interiors, and many glyphs include a small, offset shadow-like element that adds depth and a loose 3D/inline impression. The shapes are bold in silhouette but irregular at corners, with sharp cuts, uneven angles, and slightly varied widths that create a lively rhythm. Counters are generally open and simplified, prioritizing impact over refinement, while the overall spacing feels generous enough for headline use.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, comic-style titling, event graphics, and expressive branding marks. The outlined construction and built-in depth effect also work well for stickers, packaging callouts, and display text where a lively, illustrative tone is desired.
The font reads as energetic and mischievous, combining comic-book attitude with a retro sign-painting edge. Its sketchy outlines and slanted stance suggest motion and emphasis, making it feel loud, informal, and attention-seeking.
The design appears intended to deliver an immediate, animated presence through slanted geometry, angular cuts, and an outline-only construction with a subtle drop-shadow accent. It prioritizes character and visual punch for display typography rather than quiet, continuous reading.
Uppercase forms tend to be chunky and blocky, while lowercase introduces more quirky, individualized construction (notably in letters like a, g, and y), reinforcing a hand-made character. The numerals follow the same faceted outline logic and maintain the playful, slightly rough finish, helping keep a consistent voice across alphanumerics.