Sans Superellipse Olbat 8 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Kelpt' and 'Kelpt Sans' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, industrial, utilitarian, authoritative, sporty, modern, space saving, high impact, clear signage, modern utility, condensed, rounded corners, blocky, compact, high contrast (shape).
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even stroke weight and squared, rounded-corner construction. Curves resolve into superellipse-like bowls and counters, giving O/C/G/Q a rectangular-round feel rather than purely circular. Terminals are blunt and consistent, with tight apertures and simplified joins that keep silhouettes crisp at display sizes. The lowercase is built on a tall x-height with short ascenders/descenders, and the overall spacing reads efficient and dense, suited to narrow measures and stacked lines.
Works best for headlines, short statements, and branding where space is tight but impact is needed—such as posters, labels, wayfinding, and UI sections like headers or buttons. It can also suit sports or industrial-themed identities that benefit from compact width and a sturdy, engineered texture.
The tone is direct and no-nonsense, with an industrial, signage-like confidence. Its rounded-rectangle geometry adds a contemporary, engineered friendliness without losing firmness, producing a sporty, workwear sensibility that feels practical and assertive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum legibility and impact in a condensed footprint, using rounded-rectangle geometry to keep forms consistent and contemporary. It prioritizes a strong, uniform texture and straightforward lettershapes for practical, high-visibility typography.
Uppercase forms emphasize straight-sided bowls (notably in B, D, P, R) and squared shoulders, while the numerals and punctuation maintain the same blocky rhythm. The overall texture is dark and even, creating strong presence but reduced delicacy in smaller text settings.