Distressed Ursa 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, social graphics, quotes, handwritten, casual, energetic, rustic, expressive, handwritten realism, casual display, textured brush, brushy, textured, slanted, dry-brush, organic.
A slanted handwritten brush style with tapered strokes and a subtly dry, textured edge that mimics a felt-tip or brush pen running low on ink. Letterforms are narrow and lively, with uneven stroke endings, occasional ink buildup at turns, and small variations in letter width that create a natural, improvised rhythm. The caps lean toward simple, single-stroke constructions, while the lowercase keeps forms open and quick, prioritizing gesture over strict geometry.
Works best for short to medium lengths where personality is the priority—posters, packaging callouts, social graphics, and quote treatments. The narrow, energetic forms also suit logos or wordmarks that want a handwritten presence, especially when paired with a clean sans or a restrained serif for contrast.
The overall tone feels informal and human, with a quick, personal cadence that reads like a confident marker note or a spontaneous signature. Its slightly rough texture adds a rugged, crafty character, giving text a lived-in, authentic feel rather than a polished script.
Likely designed to deliver a natural brush-pen handwriting look with enough texture and irregularity to feel authentic, while keeping the slant and rhythm consistent for practical display setting.
Spacing appears compact and the slant is consistent, helping lines flow smoothly in longer phrases. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with simple shapes and visible stroke modulation that keeps them visually aligned with the letters.