Sans Superellipse Iklis 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Sharp Grotesk Latin' and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype; 'Amfibia', 'Karibu', and 'Movida' by ROHH; 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block; and 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, confident, dynamic, retro, impact, motion, display, attention, oblique, rounded, bulky, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are monolinear with large, softly squared counters and terminals, producing a blocky, aerodynamic silhouette. Curves are broad and controlled, joins are clean, and punctuation and numerals follow the same chunky, rounded logic. The overall texture is dense and sturdy, with consistent weight distribution and a slightly forward-leaning rhythm.
Best suited for big, attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, posters, event graphics, and high-impact branding. It also fits athletic and motorsport-style identities, product packaging, and social media graphics where a bold, forward-leaning voice is needed.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, headline-driven presence that feels built for motion and impact. Its rounded squareness softens the aggression of the weight, giving it a friendly but commanding voice that reads as contemporary with a retro display edge.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a streamlined, rounded-rect geometry that stays legible at display sizes. The consistent weight and oblique stance suggest a goal of communicating speed, strength, and modern approachability in short, prominent text.
The caps and numerals feel especially robust, and the oblique slant adds urgency without introducing calligraphic contrast. The rounded counters keep internal spaces open enough for short bursts of text, while the overall darkness favors larger sizes.