Sans Superellipse Ehdav 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type and 'Hype Vol 1' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, sportswear, condensed, dynamic, sporty, modern, assertive, space saving, modern display, motion emphasis, clean utility, oblique, compact, rounded, tall, clean.
A tightly condensed oblique sans with tall proportions and a compact set width. Strokes are largely monolinear with minimal modulation, and corners are softened into rounded, superellipse-like terminals that keep the shapes smooth rather than sharp. Counters are narrow but clean, and the overall rhythm is vertical and efficient, with sturdy, upright stems and slightly squared curves in letters like O/C/G. The lowercase maintains a straightforward, utilitarian construction with single-storey forms and simple joins, while figures follow the same narrow, streamlined pattern.
Well suited to headlines, short statements, and space-constrained layouts where a strong vertical presence is needed. It can work effectively in branding, packaging, and editorial display applications that benefit from a compact, energetic voice, and in sporty or technical visual systems where an oblique, streamlined sans feels appropriate.
The font conveys speed and forward motion through its oblique stance and compressed width, giving it a purposeful, engineered feel. Its rounded geometry keeps the tone approachable and contemporary rather than harsh, balancing utility with a subtle sporty energy.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern condensed display sans that maximizes impact per horizontal space while maintaining smooth, rounded geometry. Its oblique construction suggests an emphasis on motion and urgency, targeting attention-grabbing typography that remains clean and controlled.
Because of the tight internal spaces and condensed proportions, the texture becomes dense quickly in longer lines, especially in mixed-case settings. The slanted forms and rounded rectangular curves create a distinctive, cohesive silhouette that reads as modern and pragmatic.