Slab Contrasted Roly 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, signage, playful, retro, circus, friendly, comic, attention, nostalgia, whimsy, handmade, chunky, bulbous, bouncy, soft-cornered, wedge-serifed.
A very heavy, chunky display face with slab-like serifs that often resolve into wedgey, slightly flared terminals. Strokes are broadly consistent and low in contrast, with rounded joins and softened corners that keep the mass from feeling harsh. Letterforms show intentional irregularity: many glyphs lean or bulge subtly, counters vary in openness, and curves are slightly off-round, creating a hand-cut, poster-like rhythm. Proportions are compact with stout stems, generous curves, and small-to-moderate counters that stay readable at large sizes.
Best used for large-scale display work where its heavy color and quirky rhythm can carry the message—posters, playful branding, packaging, event graphics, and short, punchy headlines. It can also work for signage or labels when you want a friendly, retro emphasis, but the dense weight and quirky shapes make it less suited to long text at small sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and theatrical, with a vintage showcard energy that feels mischievous rather than formal. Its bouncy silhouette and exaggerated weight give it a welcoming, cartoon-adjacent character suited to attention-grabbing headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a showy, vintage-inspired slab structure, while introducing purposeful irregularities to feel hand-made and entertaining. It prioritizes personality and bold presence over strict geometric precision.
The uppercase set reads as more blocky and poster-driven, while the lowercase introduces extra wobble and charm; together they reinforce a lively, intentionally imperfect texture. Numerals share the same chunky construction and irregular stance, keeping the set visually cohesive in bold callouts.