Distressed Ranuj 2 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice and 'Hoektand' by Frantic Disorder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, badges, event flyers, vintage, worn, playful, handmade, posterlike, aged print, stamped look, retro display, texture emphasis, grunge, blotchy, rounded slabs, inky, roughened.
A heavy, slab-serif display face with rounded terminals, compact proportions, and subtly uneven stroke modulation. The letterforms are sturdy and upright, with broad counters and simplified shapes that read clearly at larger sizes. Distressing is built into the outlines and interiors: irregular nicks, pitting, and ink-break speckles create a mottled texture across stems and bowls. Spacing and widths vary naturally across glyphs, reinforcing a handmade, printed feel rather than a strictly geometric rhythm.
Best suited to display typography where the distressed texture can be appreciated—posters, headlines, product packaging, badges, and short brand statements. It performs well when you want a bold silhouette with built-in grit, especially in single-color applications that mimic inked printing.
The overall tone is bold and characterful, evoking aged printing, stamped labels, and worn signage. Its texture adds a casual, slightly mischievous warmth—more quirky and nostalgic than aggressive—making it feel approachable despite the heavy weight.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust slab-serif voice with an intentionally weathered, ink-worn surface, simulating imperfect print reproduction. It prioritizes strong shapes and immediate impact while adding visual interest through consistent texturing.
The distress pattern is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, with noticeable interior speckling in round forms (O, C, 0, 8, 9) and chipping along outer curves and slab ends. Numerals and punctuation carry the same rough treatment, helping the font maintain a cohesive texture in setting.