Sans Normal Manib 14 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ghosta Neue' by Black Studio, 'Dean Gothic' by Blaze Type, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Roc Grotesk' by Kostic, and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, retro, sporty, punchy, friendly, impact, approachability, retro styling, display clarity, brand presence, rounded, soft corners, chunky, blunt terminals, compact counters.
A heavy, wide sans with rounded geometry and softened corners that keeps curves smooth and bowls generous. Strokes are consistently thick with clean, blunt terminals, and the overall construction favors broad, stable silhouettes over tight detail. Counters are relatively compact, giving the letters a dense, poster-ready color while maintaining clear interior shapes. The lowercase shows sturdy, simplified forms (single-storey a and g) and a sturdy, utilitarian rhythm suited to large sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short display settings where impact and warmth are desired—posters, signage, packaging, and bold brand marks. It also works well for sports-themed graphics and retro-inspired identities, but its dense texture makes it less ideal for long passages at smaller sizes.
The font projects a cheerful, energetic tone with a distinctly retro flavor, reminiscent of mid-century display lettering and bold sports or product branding. Its rounded mass and broad stance feel friendly and approachable while still reading as assertive and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a friendly, rounded voice—prioritizing bold presence, broad forms, and simplified letter structures for confident display typography.
The numerals and capitals read especially strong and blocky, with wide proportions that emphasize horizontals and rounded bowls. In text lines, the heavy weight produces a strong typographic “wall,” making spacing and line breaks feel substantial and graphic.