Inline Ethe 2 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, retro, sporty, techy, futuristic, bold, impact, nostalgia, motion, branding, dimensionality, extended, geometric, rounded, inline, display.
A wide, geometric sans with chunky, rounded-rect strokes and a consistent inline cut running through each letterform. Counters are generous and largely circular, while terminals and corners are softened, giving the shapes a machined, modular feel rather than a calligraphic one. The inline detail is generally centered and follows the contour through curves and joins, creating a layered, dimensional look; some glyphs read as slightly more condensed or expanded depending on their structure, reinforcing a variable rhythm across the set.
Best suited for display settings where the inline carving can be appreciated—headlines, titles, posters, and large-format signage. It also fits identity work such as logos, esports or athletic branding, and product packaging where a bold, stylized techno-retro voice is desired.
The overall tone is unmistakably retro-futurist, with a racing and arcade-era flavor that feels confident, energetic, and slightly industrial. The carved inline suggests speed and motion, while the rounded geometry keeps it friendly and approachable despite the heavy mass.
The design appears intended to merge a heavy, extended geometric skeleton with a continuous inline accent to add depth and visual motion. It prioritizes impact and stylistic character over neutrality, aiming for a distinctive, brandable look that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
At text sizes the inline becomes the primary distinguishing feature and can visually thicken clusters, so spacing and line breaks matter. The numerals and capitals share the same extended stance and strong internal striping, producing a cohesive, logo-ready texture in short phrases.