Slab Square Tanob 12 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oman' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, confident, sporty, retro, assertive, energetic, impact, momentum, sturdy display, headline clarity, brand punch, bracketed, chunky, compact, ink-trap feel, forward-leaning.
A heavy, forward-slanted slab serif with sturdy, blocky proportions and a low-contrast stroke model. Serifs read as thick and mostly squared-off with subtle shaping at joins, giving the letters a firm, anchored baseline while maintaining speed through the italic angle. Counters are generous for the weight, with rounded internal spaces in letters like O, e, and g, and a generally smooth, slightly softened geometry that avoids sharp calligraphic modulation. Spacing feels even and robust, supporting large, punchy setting; figures share the same dense, athletic construction and clear silhouettes.
Best suited to display roles where impact and momentum matter: headlines, posters, sports branding, and bold packaging statements. It can also work for editorial callouts, pull quotes, and short subheads where a strong, forward-driving texture is desired.
The overall tone is bold and assertive with a distinctly energetic, sports-and-editorial flavor. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs suggest motion and urgency, while the consistent, workmanlike construction keeps it grounded and confident rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact, italicized slab serif presence—combining a sturdy, industrial backbone with a sense of speed. It aims for legible, attention-grabbing display typography that stays cohesive across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Uppercase forms appear particularly compact and forceful, with strong horizontals and pronounced slabs that help maintain clarity in short headlines. The italic angle is substantial but controlled, and the rounded joins and softened corners keep the texture from becoming overly rigid.