Hollow Other Fyja 5 is a bold, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, book covers, brand marks, playful, vintage, whimsical, handcrafted, storybook, attention, texture, nostalgia, whimsy, display, inky, lively, bouncy, curvy, decorative.
A decorative display face with condensed proportions, rounded terminals, and wavy, brush-like stroke edges. The letterforms are built from thick outer strokes that contain irregular internal knockouts, creating a hollowed, cut-out look that reads like inked shapes with highlights. Contrast feels pronounced through the interaction of heavy outlines and thin interior gaps rather than classic serif modulation, and curves show slight wobble that adds a handmade rhythm. Counters are generally tight, spacing is compact, and widths vary by character, with tall, narrow figures and bulbous bowls that keep the texture animated.
Best used for short, prominent text such as posters, titles, packaging accents, and cover typography where the hollowed texture can be appreciated. It can also work for logos or signage when set large, but it is less suited to long passages or small UI sizes due to the busy internal knockouts and tight counters.
The overall tone is playful and retro, with a friendly, slightly mischievous energy. Its inky hollows and soft, wobbly contours suggest a handcrafted, poster-era charm that feels suited to whimsical or nostalgic themes rather than strict formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, attention-grabbing display voice with a handcrafted, hollow-highlight effect. Its irregular interior cutouts and rounded, condensed forms prioritize character and texture over neutrality, aiming for memorable, vintage-leaning headlines.
The internal cutouts are inconsistent by design, producing a lively sparkle at larger sizes but making small text feel busy. Numerals and capitals carry the same hollowed treatment, keeping the set cohesive and distinctly display-oriented.