Sans Superellipse Orluy 11 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Angmar', 'Delonie', and 'Headpen' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, wordmarks, assertive, retro, punchy, urban, pragmatic, headline impact, space saving, high visibility, branding, condensed, blocky, compact, rounded corners, square terminals.
The design is a condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and rounded-rectangle curves throughout. Counters are compact and apertures tend toward closed, producing a dense texture in words. Terminals are mostly flat and squared-off, and the curves on letters like C, G, O, and S have a softened, superelliptical feel. Proportions are tall and streamlined, with straightforward, pragmatic shapes that stay consistent across the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited for headlines, posters, signage, packaging, and logo or wordmark work where a dense, high-impact texture is desired. It can also work well for labels, UI banners, and social graphics that need to read quickly at larger sizes. For extended small-size body copy, the tight counters and compressed spacing are likely to feel heavy, so it will perform most confidently in display settings.
This typeface projects an assertive, condensed energy with a slightly retro, poster-like voice. Its tight rhythm and dark color make it feel urgent and attention-seeking, while the rounded construction keeps it friendly rather than harsh. Overall it reads as confident, graphic, and built for impact.
The letterforms appear designed to maximize visual impact in limited horizontal space, combining condensed proportions with a strong, uniform stroke weight. The rounded-rectangle curve logic suggests an intent to feel modern and constructed, while still retaining a familiar, no-nonsense sans structure. The overall system prioritizes bold clarity and a consistent, graphic silhouette.
The sample text shows a strong vertical emphasis and a compact word shape that creates a continuous dark band across lines. Rounded forms and squared terminals create a consistent “soft-rectangular” motif, and the numerals match the same condensed, sturdy construction for a cohesive display palette.