Azaka
Newglyph · Ian Party
A variable sans-serif by Ian Party with deliberate asymmetry, named after the Haitian agricultural deity Azaka.
About
The typeface's asymmetrical construction is said to mirror the organic variation of the earth and crops, drawing on the cultural heritage of Haiti and its indigenous Taino language. Available in 11 styles with a variable font axis covering the full weight range, it supports an extensive Latin character set across over 80 languages. The 389 glyphs per style include a comprehensive set of accented characters, ligatures and mathematical symbols.
Classification
Described as an asymmetrical sans-serif hybrid, the design's organic irregularities and cultural references align it with humanist sans conventions rather than geometric or grotesque traditions.