Sans Faceted Etba 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Citadina' by Graviton, 'Refinery' by Kimmy Design, 'Diamante Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Diamante' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, esports, branding, sporty, industrial, tactical, retro tech, assertive, impact, speed, compactness, ruggedness, tech edge, slanted, faceted, angular, condensed, blocky.
A condensed, forward-slanted sans with sharply cut, planar facets that replace curves with clipped corners and straight segments. Strokes are heavy and uniform, with minimal modulation and tight internal counters that stay open through deliberate chamfers. The rhythm is compact and energetic, with squared bowls and octagonal-like rounds (notably in O/0) and crisp terminals that emphasize a mechanical, engineered feel. Numerals follow the same angular construction, reading like stencil-cut blocks with consistent corner treatments.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, poster typography, sports and motorsport graphics, team or event branding, and packaging that benefits from a tough, angular voice. It can also work for UI labels or signage where a compact, energetic look is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is fast, tough, and utilitarian—suggesting speed, competition, and rugged equipment. Its slant and hard-edged geometry add urgency and a slightly futuristic, action-oriented attitude while still feeling grounded and workmanlike.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in a space-efficient width while projecting speed and strength. By substituting curves with consistent chamfers, it aims for a faceted, machined aesthetic that reads clearly and feels purpose-built for display applications.
The faceting is applied consistently across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a cohesive system of clipped corners and straight joins. Dense letterforms and compact apertures favor impact over delicacy, especially in longer lines where the italic lean reinforces motion.