Sans Faceted Elgu 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fixture' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, esports, packaging, sporty, aggressive, fast, tactical, industrial, impact, speed, strength, modern edge, machined feel, condensed, slanted, angular, faceted, chiseled.
A condensed, slanted sans with hard, planar facets replacing curves and terminals. Strokes are heavy and uniform, with crisp corners, beveled joins, and frequent clipped ends that create a chiseled silhouette. Counters are tight and often polygonal, and the overall rhythm is compact with strong forward motion. The numerals and capitals maintain the same angular vocabulary, giving the design a consistent, engineered texture across the set.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports or esports identities, bold packaging callouts, and attention-grabbing promo graphics. It also works well for badges, labels, and large-scale signage where its angular forms and compact width can deliver punch without requiring much horizontal space.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, reading as fast, tough, and performance-oriented. Its faceted geometry and dense color give it a tactical, machine-cut feel that suggests impact and urgency rather than softness or refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a fast, modern attitude by combining condensed proportions, a strong slant, and faceted construction. Its consistent beveling and sturdy strokes aim to evoke speed, strength, and a machined aesthetic for display-driven typography.
The slant and narrow fit amplify a sense of speed, while the repeated bevel motifs create a recognizable "cut metal" pattern in longer words. In continuous text the tight apertures and heavy mass can build strong texture, making it most effective when given room to breathe and used for emphasis.