Sans Normal Pulin 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fact' by ParaType, 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, children’s media, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, bubbly, approachability, display impact, playfulness, retro charm, informality, rounded, soft, cartoonish, informal, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and soft, swollen terminals. Strokes are monolinear and thick, with gently squarish curves and slightly irregular, hand-cut shaping that keeps counters relatively small. The overall geometry favors rounded rectangles and blobby circles, with sturdy verticals and broad shoulders; spacing feels tight and dense in text. Uppercase forms read blocky and stable, while lowercase keeps simple, single-storey construction and short ascenders/descenders for a compact rhythm.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, logos, and playful branding where bold, rounded shapes help grab attention. It also fits children’s media and casual signage, and can work for brief UI labels when a friendly, informal voice is desired.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a toy-like, poster-friendly presence. Its chunky silhouettes and softened corners suggest a casual, lighthearted personality that feels a bit retro and distinctly informal rather than technical or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with soft edges—combining a sturdy, ink-heavy silhouette with approachable rounding and slightly quirky shaping. It prioritizes character and impact over strict neutrality, aiming for a fun, accessible display voice.
At display sizes the heavy fill and compact counters create strong color and impact, while in longer text the dense spacing and small apertures can make word shapes feel packed. The letterforms maintain a consistent rounded-rectangle motif across caps, lowercase, and numerals, reinforcing a cohesive, friendly texture.