Slab Square Ogda 6 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Periodico' by Emtype Foundry, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Marbach' by Hoftype, 'Leida' by The Northern Block, and 'Antonia' by Typejockeys (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, packaging, authoritative, traditional, sturdy, academic, impact, readability, authority, print tone, stability, bracketed serifs, robust, compact joints, firm baseline, crisp.
A robust serif with slab-like, bracketed terminals and a clearly defined, moderately contrasted stroke system. The letterforms are broad and steady, with generous counters and a consistent rhythm that keeps dense text blocks readable. Serifs sit firmly on the baseline and cap line, with squared, weighty ends and smooth joining that avoids sharp spikes; curves are full and controlled rather than calligraphic. Numerals and capitals share the same confident, anchored construction, giving the design a cohesive, print-oriented texture.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where a strong serif presence is desired, and it also holds up in short to medium-length editorial text thanks to its open counters and steady rhythm. It can add a confident, established tone to posters, book covers, and branding or packaging that benefits from a traditional, authoritative serif voice.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, evoking classic editorial typography with a sturdy, no-nonsense voice. It feels formal without being delicate, projecting clarity, credibility, and a slightly old-school seriousness that reads well at larger sizes and in strong headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, readable serif with slab-like strength and clear structure, balancing heavy terminals with controlled contrast for strong impact. It aims to provide an assertive typographic color that remains orderly and legible in both display settings and dense paragraphs.
In the sample text, the heavy serifs create a pronounced horizontal emphasis, producing a dark, even color across lines. The lowercase shows a practical, workhorse character with straightforward shapes and stable spacing that support continuous reading while still feeling display-capable.