Slab Square Hiha 5 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'APN Ggantija' by Alphabets Patrick Nell, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Locke' by North Type, and 'Coltan Gea' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, robust, industrial, collegiate, confident, retro, impact, legibility, stability, utility, blocky, bracketless, square, sturdy, high-contrast-free.
A heavy slab serif with square, unbracketed serifs and largely even stroke weight. The letterforms are broad and compact with strong horizontal stress, large counters, and blunt, flat-ended terminals that keep edges crisp. Curves (C, O, S) are full and rounded but finished with firm joins, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain thick and stable. Lowercase shows single-storey a and g, a compact ear on g, and sturdy stems with generous, simple bowls; numerals are wide, open, and highly legible with a plain, utilitarian construction.
Best suited to large sizes where its slab structure and broad proportions can deliver impact—headlines, posters, signage, and bold labeling. It can also work for short bursts of text such as pull quotes or navigation labels when a sturdy, assertive texture is desired.
The overall tone is tough and straightforward, projecting a workmanlike, no-nonsense voice. It feels rooted in signage and display traditions—confident, slightly retro, and built to read clearly at a distance.
Likely designed to provide maximum presence and clarity through wide proportions, simplified slab serifs, and uniform stroke weight. The emphasis appears to be on durability, legibility, and a strong graphic silhouette for display-forward typography.
Spacing appears open enough for display use, with a steady rhythm created by consistent stem thickness and squared-off serif shapes. The heavier top and bottom slabs reinforce a grounded baseline presence, giving lines of text a strong, poster-like color.