Sans Faceted Etno 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TT Bluescreens' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, gaming, logotypes, energetic, aggressive, sporty, industrial, tactical, impact, speed, strength, compactness, edge, angular, chamfered, condensed, hard-edged, mechanical.
A condensed, forward-slanted sans with angular, faceted construction that replaces curves with clipped corners and planar joins. Strokes are heavy and largely uniform, producing a compact, high-impact texture; counters are tight and apertures tend toward closed, especially in rounded forms. Proportions are tall and compressed, with squared terminals and frequent chamfers that create a mechanical, cut-metal look across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for display typography where immediacy and punch matter: sports identities, racing/event graphics, esports and gaming overlays, fitness branding, and bold poster or headline work. It can also work well on apparel, packaging, and signage where a compact, forceful wordmark is needed. In continuous text or small UI sizes, the tight counters and heavy texture may reduce clarity, so it’s strongest in short bursts.
This typeface projects speed and intensity, with an assertive, competitive tone reminiscent of motorsport and action branding. Its hard-edged silhouettes and forward lean add a sense of urgency and momentum, while the uniform weight keeps the voice blunt and confident. Overall it feels tough, modern, and built for impact rather than subtlety.
The design appears intended to maximize presence in limited horizontal space while maintaining a strong, forward-driving rhythm. Its faceted geometry and clipped terminals suggest a deliberate move toward a technical, rugged aesthetic that stays consistent across letters and numerals. The emphasis is on bold, fast readability for display settings rather than comfortable long-form text.
The lowercase follows the same chiseled logic as the uppercase, keeping the overall texture consistent in mixed-case settings. Numerals match the angular theme and read as sturdy, blocky figures that pair naturally with the letterforms.