Sans Normal Afdin 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Realgar' by Emtype Foundry and 'Nomos Sans' by Identity Letters (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sports, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, technical, impact, motion, clarity, modernity, strength, slanted, geometric, clean, sturdy, compact apertures.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with smooth, low-contrast strokes and a largely geometric construction. Curves are broad and continuous, while terminals are clean and unadorned, creating a crisp silhouette at both display and text sizes. The caps feel tall and stable with generous internal counters, and the lowercase follows a straightforward, contemporary pattern with a single-storey “a” and round, open bowls. Numerals are robust and simplified, matching the overall compact, engineered rhythm.
This font is well-suited to headlines, branding marks, and short-to-medium blocks of copy where a strong, energetic tone is desired. It works particularly well for sports, technology, and product contexts, and can hold up in signage or packaging where bold presence and quick readability matter.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a fast, sporty slant that suggests motion and modernity. Its weight and clean geometry give it a confident, no-nonsense voice that reads as contemporary and performance-oriented.
The design appears intended to combine a contemporary geometric sans foundation with an emphatic italic slant for speed and impact. Its sturdy proportions and clean terminals suggest a focus on clear reproduction and a modern, performance-driven aesthetic.
Letterforms maintain a consistent stroke behavior across straight and curved elements, producing an even texture in paragraphs. The italic angle is pronounced enough to add momentum without becoming calligraphic, and the shapes remain clear and legible with minimal flourish.