Slab Square Otko 13 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, sturdy, utilitarian, vintage, institutional, solidity, clarity, print feel, compact setting, strong texture, bracketed, blocky, compact, robust, ink-trap hints.
A compact slab-serif design with sturdy, squared-off serifs and generally low stroke modulation. The letterforms are upright and tightly proportioned, with firm verticals and rounded bowls that keep the texture even in running text. Serifs read bold and supportive, often slightly bracketed into the stems, giving a solid, anchored baseline and clear endpoints on capitals and numerals. Counters are moderate and the overall rhythm is dense and steady, prioritizing clarity over delicacy.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of text where a strong, compact slab serif can add authority and structure. It also fits branding and packaging that want a traditional, print-rooted voice, and editorial layouts that benefit from a steady, high-impact texture.
The tone feels dependable and workmanlike, with a classic editorial flavor reminiscent of traditional printing and institutional signage. Its strong serifs and compact fit lend a confident, no-nonsense voice that can read both familiar and slightly old-fashioned without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical, high-presence slab serif that holds together in dense settings while remaining legible. Its bold serifs and compact proportions aim for a dependable typographic color and a recognizably classic, print-forward character.
Distinctive details include a single-storey “g,” slabby, squared terminals across many strokes, and crisp, assertive numerals that match the sturdy cap structure. The overall impression is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive, dark typographic color at display and text sizes.