Solid Kony 10 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, t-shirts, playful, chunky, retro, quirky, cartoony, high impact, playful display, cutout effect, retro charm, blocky, rounded, geometric, notched, ink-trap-like.
A heavy, compact display face built from rounded-rectangle masses and blunt terminals, with frequent rectangular notches and bite-like cut-ins that create a distinctive stencil/ink-trap flavor. Curves are simplified into smooth lobes and half-circles, while straights stay rigid and slabby, producing a strong geometric silhouette with irregular internal shaping. Counters are often reduced to thin slits or small apertures rather than open bowls, and joints are handled with abrupt steps, giving the letters a carved, cutout look. Spacing reads tight and the rhythm is driven by large, black shapes punctuated by small, strategically placed openings.
Best suited for large-scale display typography such as posters, event titles, packaging, stickers, apparel graphics, and bold brand marks where strong silhouettes and quirky details are an asset. It can also work for short, punchy UI labels or social graphics when used sparingly and with ample size.
The tone is bold and mischievous, mixing retro sign-painting energy with a toy-like, cartoon solidity. The notches and collapsed counters add a crafty, hand-cut personality that feels informal and attention-seeking rather than neutral or editorial.
The design appears intended to maximize impact through dense, rounded blockforms while maintaining recognizability via distinctive notches and minimal counters. Its construction prioritizes a memorable silhouette and a playful, cutout aesthetic over conventional readability for long text.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same chunky construction, helping the alphabet feel cohesive in headline settings. Numerals match the same reduced-counter approach, staying legible through strong outer silhouettes. The design’s small internal openings suggest it will read best at larger sizes where its cut-ins and slits remain clear.