Slab Square Pohu 12 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bolton' by Fenotype, 'North College' by Marvadesign, and 'Collegeblock 2' by Sharkshock (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports, branding, packaging, industrial, athletic, western, retro, assertive, impact, compact set, signage, display utility, brand presence, blocky, octagonal, compact, stamped, headline.
A compact, block-built slab serif with heavy, uniform stroke weight and tightly enclosed counters. Forms are constructed from straight segments with clipped, chamfered corners that create an octagonal rhythm across curves and bowls. Serifs read as solid rectangular slabs with flat terminals, giving a stamped, engineered feel. Lowercase is sturdy and simplified, with squared shoulders and short joins, and the numerals follow the same faceted, cut-corner logic for consistent color in display sizes.
Well suited for headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where impact and compact width matter. It can work effectively for sports identities, event graphics, product packaging, labels, and signage that benefits from a sturdy, industrial look.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, projecting strength and utility rather than delicacy. Its faceted corners and dense texture evoke athletic lettering, workwear graphics, and old-fashioned signage, with a slightly rugged, poster-like presence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space, using slab serifs and chamfered geometry to maintain strong structure and a consistent, mechanical rhythm. It prioritizes bold presence and graphic uniformity for display-oriented typography.
The narrow proportions and tight apertures produce a dark typographic color, especially in longer lines. Diagonals and curves are notably restrained and angular, which keeps the design cohesive but makes it best suited to larger sizes where the interior shapes can breathe.