Distressed Ingov 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Northpole' by 38-lineart, 'FF Infra' by FontFont, 'Reyhan' by Plantype, and 'Founder Rounder' by Serebryakov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, album art, packaging, headlines, event promos, grunge, handmade, quirky, playful, rough, handmade feel, printed wear, casual display, textured impact, blobby, wobbly, uneven, inked, organic.
A chunky, rounded display face with irregular, blotted contours and subtly wavy stroke edges that mimic worn ink or rough printing. Letterforms are largely simple and open, with generous counters and soft corners, but their outlines show consistent jitter and occasional bulges that create a handmade rhythm. Proportions are slightly inconsistent across glyphs, with casual spacing and a friendly, informal silhouette that stays readable at larger sizes.
Best suited for posters, album/cover art, event promotion, packaging, and editorial headlines where a rough, handmade voice is desirable. It works especially well for short bursts of text, logos, and titles that benefit from a tactile, inked look.
The overall tone is scrappy and approachable, combining a DIY craft feel with a lightly chaotic, grungy texture. It suggests informality and personality—more zine and poster than corporate polish—adding attitude without becoming aggressively harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly display voice with built-in wear and wobble, evoking imperfect printing or marker-drawn lettering. Its goal is to add texture and personality quickly, turning plain set type into something that feels crafted and lived-in.
The texture is built into the outlines rather than added as a separate overlay, so the distressed character remains consistent across letters and numerals. The sample text shows strong presence in headlines and short phrases, where the irregular edges read as intentional character rather than noise.