Sans Superellipse Rakik 9 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Geogrotesque Condensed Series' by Emtype Foundry, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial, condensed, industrial, assertive, functional, modern, space saving, strong headlines, clarity, modern utility, tall, clean, compact, sturdy, neutral.
A compact, tall sans with tightly set proportions and a strong vertical emphasis. Strokes are generally uniform with minimal modulation, producing a sturdy, blocky color in text. Curves are drawn with rounded-rectangle softness rather than perfect circles, and terminals are mostly straight, keeping the overall texture crisp and utilitarian. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are restrained, which reinforces the dense, economical rhythm across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited to space-constrained headlines, subheads, and display text where vertical presence and compact width are advantages. It also fits utilitarian branding, packaging, and wayfinding applications that benefit from a strong, condensed voice. For longer passages, it will be most effective when set with comfortable tracking and generous leading.
The tone is direct and workmanlike, with a pragmatic, engineered feel. Its condensed stance and firm strokes convey urgency and efficiency, making it read as contemporary and no-nonsense rather than friendly or decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and legibility in narrow columns and tight layouts, using simplified, rounded-rectilinear forms to keep the texture even and the silhouettes sturdy at display sizes.
In the samples, the font maintains a consistent narrow rhythm across mixed-case text and numerals, creating a strong headline presence. The digit set follows the same compact construction, and the overall spacing feels designed to pack information into limited horizontal space without losing a clean silhouette.