Sans Normal Ligem 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Allrounder Grotesk Compressed' by Identity Letters, and 'Neue Rational Narrow' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, punchy, energetic, confident, retro, impact, motion, display, branding, emphasis, slanted, compact, rounded, blunt, blocky.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with compact proportions and broad, rounded curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense, dark letterforms and sturdy counters. Terminals are blunt and clean, and the overall construction favors simple geometry—circular bowls, sturdy verticals, and diagonals that feel tightly controlled. Spacing appears fairly tight, emphasizing a compact rhythm in words and headlines.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports and event branding, packaging callouts, and bold signage. It can also work for subheads and UI accents where a compact, energetic emphasis is needed, though the dense weight may be overpowering for long passages at small sizes.
The tone is forceful and upbeat, with a strong forward-leaning motion that reads as active and assertive. Its weight and compact shapes give it a sporty, poster-like presence, leaning toward a slightly retro, display-driven attitude rather than a quiet, editorial voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a clean, geometric sans structure and an italic slant that adds speed and momentum. Its consistent stroke weight and compact fit suggest a focus on bold display typography for branding and attention-grabbing messaging.
Uppercase forms feel particularly compact and blocky, while the lowercase keeps generous bowls and clear apertures for a bold italic. Numerals match the same heavy, rounded construction and maintain a cohesive, headline-friendly texture alongside letters.