Slab Normal Yine 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Monradok' by Jipatype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, retro, sturdy, playful, confident, impact, approachability, retro flavor, robust readability, softened heaviness, soft corners, rounded slabs, ink-trap feel, compact, chunky.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad, blocky letterforms and noticeably rounded corners. The strokes are thick and even, with soft, bracketed slab terminals that read as rounded “pads” rather than sharp serifs. Counters are compact and slightly squarish, and the joins often create small notches that give an ink-trap-like impression. The overall rhythm is dense and steady, prioritizing mass and silhouette clarity over fine detail.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings like headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where its thick slabs and rounded corners can be appreciated. It also works well for signage and large callouts that need a friendly but robust presence, while dense paragraph text may feel heavy due to the compact counters and strong overall color.
The font conveys a friendly, retro warmth with a sturdy, down-to-earth tone. Its rounded slabs and chunky proportions feel approachable and slightly playful, while the consistent weight and firm structure keep it confident and dependable rather than whimsical.
The design appears intended as a practical, attention-grabbing slab serif that softens its weight with rounded corners and cushioned terminals. It aims to deliver strong readability and a distinctive, retro-leaning voice without relying on delicate contrast or ornament.
At text sizes it forms a dark, even color with strong word shapes; the softness at corners helps keep the heavy weight from feeling harsh. Numerals and capitals match the same chunky, rounded-terminal logic, producing a cohesive, poster-ready texture.