Sans Superellipse Etkep 8 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dharma Gothic' and 'Dharma Gothic P' by Dharma Type, 'Cargi' by Studio Principle Type, and 'Maleo' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, wayfinding, sporty, urgent, industrial, condensed, confident, space saving, high impact, sense of speed, modern utility, oblique, compressed, boxy, rounded, blocky.
A condensed, oblique sans with tall proportions and compact counters, built from sturdy strokes and rounded-rectangle curves. The outlines feel squared-off yet softened at corners, creating a tight, efficient texture in lines of text. Terminals are mostly blunt and uniform, with a slight forward slant that amplifies motion while keeping forms clean and controlled. Numerals and capitals follow the same compressed rhythm, producing strong vertical emphasis and dense word shapes.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and sports or automotive branding where a compact, forceful voice is needed. It can also work for wayfinding-style labels and UI banners when space is limited and quick recognition matters.
The overall tone is fast, assertive, and utilitarian—suggesting movement and pressure rather than calm neutrality. Its compact stance and forward lean read as performance-oriented and attention-seeking, with a modern, no-nonsense attitude.
The design appears aimed at maximizing impact in narrow widths: strong verticals, compact counters, and a consistent forward slant create a sense of speed while staying clean and highly legible at display sizes.
Spacing appears tuned for tight setting, with narrow sidebearings that build a dark, continuous line in all-caps and mixed case. Rounded corners and squarish bowls keep the look contemporary and mechanical rather than calligraphic.