Sans Normal Aflim 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Epoca Pro' by Hoftype, 'Sana Sans' by Latinotype, 'Agent Sans' by Positype, 'Clara Sans' by Signature Type Foundry, 'Andulka Sans' and 'Quercus Sans' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'Depot New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, signage, dynamic, sporty, confident, modern, energetic, impact, motion, emphasis, modernity, clarity, slanted, rounded, clean, compact, forceful.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy sans with smooth, rounded curves and sturdy straight stems. The letterforms show a consistent forward-leaning angle with compact, efficient shapes and tight internal counters in several characters. Curves are broadly elliptical and terminals are clean and mostly blunt, creating a firm, streamlined silhouette. Spacing and rhythm feel slightly condensed in places due to the weight and the closed apertures, giving text a dense, high-impact texture.
It works best for headlines, short statements, and display settings where strong emphasis and a sense of motion are desirable. It can also serve branding and packaging that needs a bold, modern voice, and is suitable for sporty or tech-leaning identities. For longer reading, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes with generous line spacing.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, with a fast, forward motion suggested by the pronounced slant and compact construction. It reads as contemporary and pragmatic rather than delicate, projecting confidence and momentum. The look aligns well with punchy, action-oriented messaging where immediacy and presence matter.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern sans voice with added speed and punch through a pronounced slant and dense, weighty forms. Its geometry favors rounded construction and compact counters to maximize presence and consistency in display use.
In the sample text, the heavy strokes and slant combine to create strong word shapes, but the density can build quickly in long passages at smaller sizes. Numerals match the same robust, rounded construction, supporting a consistent typographic voice across headings and short informational lines.