Distressed Sore 5 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Allrounder Grotesk Condensed' by Identity Letters, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, album art, packaging, event promos, headlines, grunge, handmade, playful, rugged, informal, hand-printed feel, gritty texture, expressive display, diy character, rough edges, blotchy, inked, textured, chunky.
A chunky, heavy display face with irregular, distressed contours and slightly wobbly geometry that suggests rough inking or worn printing. Strokes are generally thick with modest contrast, but the edges show nicks, bite marks, and occasional interior voids that create a gritty texture. Proportions lean wide and round, with simplified shapes, large counters, and a compact rhythm; spacing reads open enough for headlines but the uneven outlines keep it lively and unpredictable.
Best suited for display settings such as posters, album and merch graphics, bold packaging moments, and punchy event promotions where texture is an asset. It can work for short subheads or callouts, but extended body text may lose clarity due to the roughened edges and uneven detailing.
The overall tone is gritty and handmade, mixing a mischievous, comic energy with a rugged, DIY toughness. The distressed texture adds a raw, imperfect character that feels more street-level than polished, giving text a loud, attention-grabbing personality.
The design appears intended to deliver a loud, hand-printed look with deliberate wear and texture, prioritizing attitude and immediacy over refinement. It aims to create an expressive, tactile presence that reads as crafted and slightly chaotic, ideal for themed or character-driven typography.
Uppercase forms are blocky and assertive, while lowercase stays similarly stout, keeping a consistent color across lines. The distressing is applied consistently across letters and numerals, with visible edge wear and occasional rough gaps that become more noticeable at smaller sizes.