xkcd-font: The xkcd font

xkcd-font is a repository containing two fonts derived from the handwriting of Randall Munroe, the creator of the popular webcomic xkcd. The fonts are named xkcd Script and xkcd, each with their own distinct characteristics and limitations.

xkcd Script is derived directly from a handwriting sample provided by Randall. It is far less uniform than the xkcd font, resulting in a more true script font appearance. This font aims to capture the essence of a handwritten style, offering a unique and artistic touch. For a live preview of the font and further information about its construction, users can refer to the xkcd-script/README file in the repository. Pre-built font files for xkcd Script can be found in the repository as xkcd-script.ttf and xkcd-script.woff.

In contrast, the xkcd font is considerably more uniform than its script counterpart. This uniformity can enhance legibility, albeit at the expense of slightly losing the resemblance to the actual xkcd comic style. The xkcd font was originally created by Randall Munroe and was used in the April Fool's Day comic titled "The Pace of Modern Life" published on April 1st, 2013. Pre-built font files for xkcd can be directly accessed in the repository as xkcd.otf.

The xkcd-font project is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 License, allowing others to use and share the fonts for non-commercial purposes while requiring proper attribution to Randall Munroe. Contribution guidelines have been established to streamline the review process and ensure consistency within the repository. Additionally, font-specific contribution guidelines for both xkcd-script and xkcd can be found in their respective README files within the repository.