Print Empu 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, comics, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, rough, human warmth, casual voice, handmade texture, playful impact, brushy, organic, chunky, textured, casual.
A chunky, brush-drawn print with irregular stroke edges and subtly uneven color, giving each letter a hand-made, inked feel. Forms are mostly simple and upright, with rounded terminals, occasional angular joins, and a slightly bouncy baseline rhythm. Counters stay fairly open for a hand-drawn style, while stroke endings show natural tapering and wobble rather than geometric precision. Overall spacing feels loose and lively, with small variations in letter widths and proportions that reinforce the drawn-by-hand character.
Works best for short, prominent text such as posters, packaging callouts, headlines, stickers, and playful branding accents. It can also fit comic-style captions or informal editorial highlights where a hand-drawn voice is desirable. For longer passages, it’s likely most effective in larger sizes and with comfortable line spacing to let the rough texture breathe.
The tone is informal and mischievous, like quick marker lettering on a sign or note. Its roughened texture and uneven contours read as approachable and energetic rather than polished or corporate. The alphabet has a humorous, slightly scrappy charm that suits expressive, personality-led messaging.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of brush or marker lettering in a clean, printable alphabet: casual, bold in presence, and visibly human. It prioritizes personality and spontaneity over strict uniformity, aiming for a friendly hand-lettered look that remains legible in display settings.
The numerals and caps carry the same brushy mass and irregular edges as the lowercase, keeping the set visually cohesive. Heavier joins and blot-like corners appear in places, which adds character at display sizes but can create dense spots in longer text. The overall impression is consistent: intentionally imperfect, with a steady hand-drawn rhythm.