Sans Normal Viked 12 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute, and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, app ui, signage, sporty, confident, energetic, modern, assertive, impact, speed, emphasis, space saving, modernity, oblique, condensed, compact, rounded, punchy.
A compact, oblique sans with sturdy, uniform strokes and smoothly rounded curves. The letterforms are tightly proportioned with a forward lean, giving the design a fast, compressed rhythm and efficient use of horizontal space. Counters are moderately open for the width, and terminals are clean and largely straight-cut, keeping the silhouette crisp at display sizes. Numerals match the typographic color of the letters, with simple, sturdy shapes suited to emphatic setting.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where impact and pace matter—posters, sports and fitness branding, campaign graphics, and punchy hero lines. It can also work for UI labels or signage where a condensed, high-energy voice is desired, especially at larger sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and performance-minded, with a strong forward motion that reads as active and confident. Its heavy presence and compressed stance suggest speed and urgency, making it feel at home in bold, contemporary communication.
Likely designed to deliver a strong, space-saving display voice with a continuous forward slant for motion and emphasis. The intent appears to balance compactness with clear, rounded construction so it stays legible while maintaining an assertive, modern personality.
The oblique angle is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, producing a cohesive slant-driven texture. Rounded joins and slightly softened corners help prevent the dense shapes from feeling overly harsh, while the compact spacing reinforces a headline-focused character.