Sans Normal Lykav 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller' by Fontfabric, 'Malva' by Harbor Type, and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, retro, energetic, confident, playful, attention grab, convey speed, display impact, bold branding, youth appeal, heavyweight, slanted, rounded, soft corners, compact apertures.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded, swollen curves and tightly controlled apertures. Strokes stay largely monolinear, producing dense, inky counters and strong silhouette-first readability. Terminals are mostly blunt and slightly softened, and the overall geometry leans toward broad, circular bowls (notably in O, Q, 8, 9) paired with sturdy diagonals in A, V, W, X. The rhythm is compact and punchy, with short joins and a cohesive, forward-leaning stance across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to large-scale display work where weight and slant can do the talking: headlines, posters, event promos, and bold brand marks. It can also work effectively on packaging and sports or lifestyle applications where a fast, confident tone is desirable. For longer passages, it’s likely to perform better in short bursts (subheads, pull quotes) than in extended body copy due to its dense color.
The font projects momentum and impact, combining a sporty, headline-driven attitude with a friendly, rounded warmth. Its slant and mass create a sense of speed and emphasis, while the soft curves keep the tone approachable rather than aggressive. Overall it feels retro-energized—well suited to bold, attention-grabbing messaging.
This design appears intended as an impact-focused display sans that communicates speed and confidence through a consistent italic angle and heavy, rounded construction. The letterforms prioritize strong silhouettes and a unified, energetic rhythm to maximize visibility and personality in promotional and branding contexts.
Lowercase forms maintain a sturdy, slightly compressed feel with prominent round counters (a, e, o) and thick, simplified constructions. Numerals are robust and poster-like, with particularly bold circular forms and a clear, slanted forward posture that matches the letters. The overall texture is dark, so spacing and line length will significantly affect clarity at smaller sizes.