Sans Superellipse Omkum 3 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CA BND' by Cape Arcona Type Foundry and 'Black River' by Larin Type Co (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, utilitarian, modern, robust, technical, space saving, high impact, modern utility, sturdy tone, condensed, rounded, blocky, compact, high-contrast-free.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and squared-off geometry softened by rounded corners. Curves tend to resolve into superellipse-like bowls and counters, giving letters a sturdy, machined feel rather than a purely geometric circle-based construction. Terminals are clean and largely straight, with minimal modulation and tight interior spaces that stay consistent across the set; overall proportions favor verticality and strong rhythm in lines of text.
Well suited to bold headlines, posters, and short-form copy where a compact footprint and strong silhouette are useful. It can also work for signage, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a sturdy, industrial voice and consistent, rounded-rectilinear shapes.
The tone is firm and pragmatic, with an industrial confidence that reads as contemporary and no-nonsense. Its rounded-rectangle construction adds approachability without losing a technical, engineered character, making it feel dependable and assertive rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining clean, contemporary legibility. Its superellipse-influenced rounding suggests a goal of balancing strict, engineered geometry with a slightly softened, friendly edge.
The condensed width and dense counters create a dark, compact texture in paragraphs, while the simplified shapes keep letterforms distinct at display sizes. Numerals and capitals carry the same squared-round construction, supporting a cohesive, sign-like presence.