Slab Normal Yihu 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' by 38-lineart, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, and 'Monradok' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, retro, friendly, headline-ready, rugged, impact, emphasis, approachability, retro utility, headline strength, rounded, chunky, bracketed, soft-cornered, compact apertures.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and dense, compact counters. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with softened joins and rounded terminals that keep the texture smooth despite the weight. The serifs read as sturdy slabs with gentle bracketing, giving letters a planted baseline and strong horizontal presence. Overall spacing and rhythm feel steady and workmanlike, producing a solid, continuous color in both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, and bold branding where a strong, vintage-inflected slab can carry the message. It can also work for short subheads and packaging copy when set with comfortable size and spacing to preserve clarity.
The tone is bold and approachable, with a distinctly vintage, poster-like flavor. Its chunky slabs and soft corners project confidence and warmth rather than sharp formality, making it feel energetic and promotional. The italic slant adds motion and emphasis, reinforcing an expressive, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab foundation, balancing rugged weight with softened corners for a friendlier, more commercial feel. The slanted construction suggests a focus on emphasis and motion for promotional or headline-driven typography.
In the samples, the weight and tight interior spaces make it most effective at larger sizes, where the rounded detailing and slab structure stay clear. The figures match the letters in mass and stance, supporting consistent emphasis in numeric-heavy headings or callouts.