Inline Lyri 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, logos, headlines, packaging, album art, industrial, techno, handmade, edgy, arcade, engraved effect, industrial tone, tech display, texture added, stencil-like, angular, blocky, geometric, roughened.
A squarish, geometric display face built from blocky strokes with a consistent inline channel cut through the black forms, producing a carved, hollowed look. Corners are mostly right-angled with occasional chamfers, and curves are generally squared-off, keeping counters compact and rectangular. Stroke edges show slight irregularities and notches that read as intentionally roughened or hand-cut, adding texture without breaking the overall rigid construction. Spacing and widths vary by glyph, but the rhythm stays tight and monolinear in silhouette, with the inline detail providing the primary contrast and interior movement.
Works well for display applications where the inline carving can be appreciated—posters, titles, logos, and branding accents. It also suits sci‑fi or industrial UI-themed graphics, packaging callouts, and music or event artwork where a rugged, mechanical voice is desired.
The font conveys a techno-industrial tone with a gritty, fabricated feel—like cut vinyl, etched metal, or game UI lettering. Its angular geometry reads futuristic and utilitarian, while the imperfect edges add a DIY, street, or punk energy. Overall it feels bold, assertive, and attention-seeking, suited to graphic statements rather than quiet body text.
The design appears intended to merge rigid, modular geometry with an inset line treatment that suggests engraving or cut-through construction. The slight roughness in the outlines adds a crafted, tactile quality, balancing the otherwise machine-like structure for a distinctive display personality.
The inline cutouts create bright interior paths that can fill in at small sizes, so the design reads best when given enough size and contrast to preserve the carved detail. The squared terminals and condensed counters create a compact, sign-like texture that becomes especially punchy in all caps.