Sans Normal Lykoy 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BR Shape' by Brink, 'Centra No. 2' by Monotype, 'Grold' by Typesketchbook, and 'Geliat' by Wahyu and Sani Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, retro, punchy, playful, confident, impact, motion, display, approachability, rounded, geometric, oblique, soft corners, chunky.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and a compact, blocky footprint. Forms are built from large circular counters and simple geometric strokes, with rounded joins and softened terminals that keep the texture friendly despite the weight. The slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the letterforms maintain sturdy, even stroke mass with minimal modulation. Numerals are similarly stout and rounded, matching the overall rhythm and producing dense, high-impact word shapes in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short, high-impact messaging where the strong slant and dense color can carry a layout. It works well for branding in energetic categories such as sports, entertainment, and food packaging, and for promotional graphics that benefit from a rounded, retro-leaning voice. For longer copy, it performs better in larger sizes and with generous leading.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, leaning toward sporty and retro display styling. Its rounded geometry and exaggerated weight give it a playful, approachable character while still feeling bold and attention-grabbing. The consistent oblique stance adds forward motion and a sense of momentum.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, rounded geometry and a continuous oblique motion. It prioritizes bold, memorable silhouettes and a cohesive display texture that stays consistent across letters and figures.
Counters are generously open for the weight, especially in round letters, which helps maintain legibility at display sizes. The type color is intentionally dense, so spacing and line breaks become a key part of keeping longer headlines readable.