Slab Contrasted Tymu 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brasilica' by CAST, 'Inka' by CarnokyType, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, and 'Carot Text' by Storm Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, confident, vintage, sturdy, friendly, impact, retro editorial, signage feel, warm authority, display clarity, bracketed, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, soft corners, poster-ready.
A heavy, wide serif with pronounced slab-like terminals and clear bracketed joins, giving stems a sturdy, anchored feel. Stroke contrast is present but not delicate: thick verticals pair with slightly lighter connecting strokes and robust horizontals. Curves are generous and slightly squarish in places, with softened corners and occasional ball-like terminals (notably in several lowercase forms), producing a rounded, inked impression rather than a crisp geometric one. The overall rhythm is compact and weighty, with large counters that keep the dense color readable at display sizes.
This style performs best in display contexts such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging where a dense, authoritative texture is desirable. It can also work for short editorial decks or pull quotes, especially when a vintage, print-inspired voice is needed.
The tone is bold and assured with a distinctly retro, print-forward character. It evokes classic editorial headlines and mid-century signage, balancing toughness with a warm, approachable friendliness.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif foundation, combining broad proportions and strong terminals with softened, slightly inked details. The goal is a readable, characterful display face that feels rooted in traditional print and signage while staying contemporary enough for modern branding.
The uppercase shows strong, stable silhouettes and broad proportions, while the lowercase introduces more personality through round terminals and slightly irregular, hand-inked cues. Numerals are thick and straightforward, matching the headline-centric texture of the letters and maintaining consistent visual weight across the set.