Sans Superellipse Olriw 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bia' by Bykineks, 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType, 'Nu Sans' by Typecalism Foundryline, and 'Expressway' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, retro, sturdy, informal, display impact, approachability, retro flavor, compact emphasis, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact, chunky.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes stay broadly even, with minimal modulation and a generally vertical stance. Curves and counters tend toward squarish superellipse shapes, giving round letters a slightly boxy feel, while joins and terminals read as blunt and sturdy rather than sharp. Spacing and widths vary by glyph, producing a lively rhythm that still holds together as a consistent, cohesive style.
This face is well suited to headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and attention-grabbing signage where a friendly, sturdy voice is desired. It can also work for short UI labels or display copy when you want a compact, rounded look with strong presence, rather than a neutral text tone.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a casual, slightly retro sensibility. Its chunky forms and rounded geometry feel confident and friendly, leaning more toward fun and personality than neutrality or restraint.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold display voice built from rounded-rectangular geometry, balancing softness with solidity. Its varied widths and blocky counters suggest an aim for personality and immediacy, optimized for impactful reading at display sizes.
The font’s distinctive character comes from the tension between straight-sided geometry and rounded corners, which makes letters feel both structured and soft. In the sample text, the dense weight and compact proportions create strong color on the page, making it especially noticeable in short bursts and larger sizes.