Sans Superellipse Etmiv 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicotine' by Chank (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, industrial, retro, urgent, dynamic, compact impact, convey speed, space saving, graphic punch, condensed, slanted, square-round, compact, blocky.
A heavy, condensed sans with a strong rightward slant and compact proportions. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and curves resolve into rounded-rectangle corners, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical, engineered feel. Terminals are mostly blunt and clipped, with tight apertures and narrow counters that emphasize density. The overall rhythm is punchy and forward-leaning, with numerals and capitals built for impact rather than delicacy.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short bursts of copy where speed and impact matter. It works well for sports and motorsport-themed branding, product packaging, promotional graphics, and bold signage where a condensed, slanted voice helps conserve space while staying loud.
The tone is fast, assertive, and mechanical, with a clear sense of motion from the continuous slant and compressed width. It reads as sporty and utilitarian—like signage, racing graphics, or action-oriented branding—while the rounded-square geometry adds a retro-tech flavor.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual force in a compact footprint, combining dense condensed proportions with rounded-rectangle construction for a modern, engineered look. The consistent slant and blunt terminals suggest an intention to communicate motion, toughness, and clarity in display settings.
In text, the compact counters and narrow spacing create a solid texture that holds together best at medium-to-large sizes. The figures are similarly condensed and angular, matching the caps’ forward-leaning stance and reinforcing a cohesive, high-energy voice.