Script Ekkaz 5 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, logos, bold, playful, retro, confident, friendly, expressiveness, impact, handcrafted feel, display emphasis, sign-like styling, brushy, rounded, organic, slanted, casual.
A heavy, brush-pen script with a pronounced rightward slant and rounded, ink-rich terminals. Strokes show subtle pressure modulation and soft, slightly irregular edges that mimic a marker or loaded brush, with occasional tapering into sharp tips. Letterforms are compact and lively, with tight counters and short extenders, creating a dense, punchy texture. Connections are suggested through flowing entry/exit strokes and looped forms, but the overall rhythm remains readable with distinct silhouettes and energetic stroke breaks.
Best suited for short, prominent text where its thick brush strokes and slanted motion can lead the composition—such as headlines, logo wordmarks, packaging callouts, and event or promotional posters. It also works well for apparel graphics and social media titles where a hand-lettered, energetic voice is desired.
The tone is upbeat and assertive, combining a casual hand-lettered feel with a confident, poster-ready presence. Its bouncy rhythm and bold ink character evoke a vintage sign-painting sensibility while staying friendly and approachable.
Designed to capture the immediacy of bold brush lettering in a consistent digital font, emphasizing speed, personality, and high-impact shapes. The forms prioritize expressive stroke movement and compact, punchy texture for attention-grabbing display typography.
Capitals are expressive and varied, often featuring strong initial strokes and rounded bowls, while lowercase forms lean toward quick handwritten construction with occasional loops and teardrop-like joins. Numerals follow the same brush logic, with thick main strokes and smooth curves that keep them cohesive in display settings.