Print Dakas 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, posters, headlines, invitations, branding, whimsical, storybook, handmade, playful, quirky, handmade feel, decorative display, expressive rhythm, storytelling tone, artisanal branding, brushy, calligraphic, tapered, organic, lively.
A lively hand-drawn print style with brushlike strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Letterforms show tapered terminals, occasional wedge-like serifs, and gently irregular contours that mimic pen pressure and quick directional changes. Proportions are slightly variable from glyph to glyph, with rounded bowls and soft curves balanced by sharp, flicked entry/exit strokes; spacing and widths feel intentionally uneven for an organic rhythm. Numerals and caps carry the same calligraphic energy, with distinctive swashes and angled joins that keep the texture animated in text.
Best suited for short to medium-length display text where its handmade texture and dramatic stroke modulation can be appreciated—such as book covers, posters, packaging accents, event invitations, and branding that wants an artisanal or fantasy-leaning personality. For body copy or small UI text, it will read more reliably with generous size and spacing.
The overall tone is whimsical and storybook-like, with a friendly, informal voice that feels crafted rather than mechanical. Its energetic stroke endings and varied shapes add character and a hint of medieval/fantasy flair without becoming fully blackletter.
The design appears intended to capture the spontaneity of hand lettering with a brush or flexible nib, prioritizing charm and individuality over strict geometric consistency. Its varied widths and expressive terminals suggest a focus on creating a distinctive, illustrative voice for titles and attention-grabbing phrases.
The font’s contrast and tapered detailing create strong silhouettes at display sizes, while the irregular rhythm can become busy in dense settings. Curved letters (like C, S, O) emphasize brush pressure transitions, and several glyphs feature expressive hooks and flicks that contribute to a decorative, illustrative feel.