Slab Square Udlal 12 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra and 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, magazine titles, robust, editorial, sporty, retro, impact, momentum, clarity, brand presence, sturdy, brash, compact serifs, angled stress, high impact.
A bold-shouldered italic slab serif with blocky, squared serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. Letterforms are broad and open, with a pronounced rightward slant and crisp, flat terminals that create a strong horizontal rhythm. Counters stay generous in round letters (O, Q, o, e), while joins and diagonals (K, N, V, W, X) feel athletic and assertive. The lowercase has a solid, workmanlike build with sturdy stems and compact feet, and the numerals match the same blunt, slabbed construction for consistent texture.
This style performs best where impact and forward motion matter: headlines, subheads, posters, and brand marks that want a sturdy, attention-getting voice. It can also work for short editorial callouts or packaging text where a bold, structured italic adds character without relying on high contrast.
The overall tone is confident and energetic, balancing a classic editorial seriousness with a punchy, vintage-forward presence. Its italic momentum and heavy slabs give it a spirited, competitive feel—more headline-driven than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of a slab serif with an italic’s sense of speed, yielding a practical, high-impact display face. Its square-ended serifs and wide proportions aim for clarity and punch at larger sizes, with a consistent, no-nonsense construction across letters and figures.
The squared serifs and straight cuts at terminals keep edges sharp and graphic, producing dense, even color in text. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, helping lines feel cohesive and fast-moving.