Sans Superellipse Wahu 13 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geogrotesque Expanded Series' and 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Gremlin' by Hazztype, and 'Eurostile Unicase' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, techy, futuristic, athletic, industrial, confident, impact, modernity, clarity, futurism, rounded, blocky, squared, extended, geometric.
A heavy, extended sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction and broadly uniform strokes. Curves resolve into squared-off bowls and softened corners, producing a compact, engineered silhouette rather than a purely circular one. Counters are relatively tight and horizontal terminals read as clean, flat cuts; several letters incorporate notch-like openings and controlled ink traps that sharpen joins and improve separation at bold sizes. The rhythm is stable and modular, with wide capitals, sturdy lowercase, and numerals that echo the same rounded-rect geometry.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks where its bold, engineered shapes can carry impact—such as branding, posters, product packaging, and sports or tech-forward identity systems. It also works well for large UI labels, titles, and signage where sturdy forms and clear silhouettes matter more than delicate detail.
The overall tone feels contemporary and machine-made, with a sporty, sci‑fi edge. Its wide stance and squared rounds project strength and speed, making it read as confident and technical rather than friendly or calligraphic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a modern, rounded-rect geometry, blending geometric clarity with subtle notches that add crispness at joins. It aims for a futuristic, performance-minded look while maintaining straightforward sans readability in display contexts.
At display sizes the distinctive squared bowls and notched joins become a defining texture, especially in letters like S, G, and the rounded forms (O/Q/0/8). In longer text, the dense counters and strong horizontals create a dark, authoritative color that benefits from generous spacing and shorter line lengths.