Sans Faceted Elri 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Midsole' by Grype, 'Revx Neue' and 'Revx Neue Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive, and 'Hyperspace Race' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, esports, posters, headlines, packaging, sporty, futuristic, aggressive, technical, action, speed, impact, modern edge, tech feel, branding, angled, faceted, blocky, extended, industrial.
This typeface is built from sharp, planar strokes with chamfered corners and faceted counters, creating an angular substitute for curves throughout. The letterforms are strongly forward-leaning and heavy, with compact apertures and squared-off terminals that emphasize a hard, engineered silhouette. Geometry stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, with clipped diagonals and octagonal-like bowls (notably in O/0/8) that reinforce the mechanical rhythm. Spacing and sidebearings feel tuned for display impact, keeping shapes tight and cohesive at larger sizes.
It performs best in sports and esports identities, event posters, title cards, and bold product or packaging callouts where an assertive, high-impact voice is needed. The distinctive faceted shapes make it especially suitable for short bursts of text such as logos, badges, and UI-style headings rather than extended reading.
The overall tone is fast, forceful, and modern, evoking speed graphics, competitive energy, and sci‑fi interface styling. The faceting and slant add urgency and momentum, giving headlines a dynamic, action-forward presence.
The design appears intended to translate a sans framework into a faceted, speed-oriented display style, prioritizing punchy silhouettes and a streamlined, technical aesthetic. Its consistent chamfering and forward slant suggest a focus on motion, toughness, and contemporary branding applications.
Lowercase forms echo the same angular construction as the capitals, avoiding softness and maintaining a uniform, machined texture. Numerals are similarly chiseled and sturdy, reading well as bold counters and cut corners create distinct silhouettes in sequences.