Inline Lyri 3 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, titles, packaging, retro, techno, industrial, arcade, display, attention, engraved effect, retro-tech, compact display, signage, octagonal, angular, chamfered, outlined, monoline inline.
A condensed, all-angles display face built from squared-off strokes and frequent chamfered corners. Letterforms are constructed with thick outer contours and a consistent inline cut that runs through the strokes, producing a dimensional, sign-painter-like channel. Curves are largely substituted with octagonal arcs, giving rounds (O, C, G, 0) a faceted geometry. Terminals are blunt and mechanical, counters are tight, and joins are crisp; diagonals (K, V, W, X, Y) keep the same rigid, segmented logic. Spacing appears compact and rhythmic, with uniform stroke presence and a steady baseline/vertical posture.
Best suited for short, prominent text such as headlines, poster typography, game/arcade theming, logo wordmarks, and packaging or label-style graphics where the inline detail can be appreciated. It performs particularly well at medium-to-large sizes and in high-contrast applications where the carved channel can stay crisp.
The sharp faceting and carved inline evoke vintage arcade cabinets, sci‑fi instrumentation, and industrial labeling. It reads as assertive and engineered rather than friendly, with a slightly futuristic, throwback flavor that fits tech-forward or retro-styled graphics.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, attention-grabbing display voice with an engraved/inline treatment and faceted, machine-cut geometry—prioritizing stylistic impact and a retro-tech atmosphere over neutral text readability.
The inline groove remains visible even in heavier shapes, helping large sizes feel less dense while reinforcing a pseudo-3D, engraved effect. Distinctive squared bowls and angular apertures keep characters differentiated in display settings, while the condensed build encourages tight headline set lines and stacked compositions.