Slab Normal Myna 4 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book jackets, posters, packaging, signage, vintage, bookish, quirky, hand-set, gentle, space-saving, vintage flavor, readable texture, print warmth, slab serifs, condensed, tall ascenders, bracketed serifs, rounded terminals.
A condensed slab-serif with tall proportions and a softly irregular, hand-set rhythm. Strokes stay fairly even, with subtle modulation and slightly rounded joins that keep the texture smooth. Serifs read as sturdy and often bracketed, giving the letters a grounded, print-like finish without becoming heavy. Counters are compact and vertical, and the lowercase shows relatively short bodies contrasted by prominent ascenders/descenders; numerals follow the same narrow, upright stance for a consistent line color.
Well suited to editorial headlines, book and magazine titling, and jacket/cover typography where a classic slab presence is desired in a tight width. It also works nicely for posters, labels, and packaging that benefit from a vintage print feel. Use moderate tracking and comfortable leading to keep narrow forms from feeling cramped in longer lines.
The overall tone feels vintage and literary, like a lightly worn book face or an old letterpress title. Its narrow, tall build adds a hint of whimsy and theatricality while remaining calm and readable. The slight organic unevenness lends warmth and a human touch rather than a strictly engineered look.
The design appears aimed at delivering a traditional slab-serif impression in a space-saving, condensed silhouette, with enough humanized detail to evoke printed ephemera. It balances sturdy serifs and clear structure with gentle irregularities to avoid a sterile, purely utilitarian tone.
In text, the font creates a vertical, economical texture with clear word shapes and a noticeable old-style character. Capitals are stately and narrow, while lowercase details (notably the single-storey forms and compact bowls) contribute to an approachable, slightly eccentric voice. Numerals are similarly condensed and blend well with the letters in mixed settings.