Sans Other Efdeh 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Faculty' by Device, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Neue Reman Gt' by Propertype, 'Florida Serial' by SoftMaker, 'Ansage' by Sudtipos, and 'Freitag Display' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, retro, punchy, energetic, playful, impact, motion, attention, display, branding, oblique, rounded, compact, blocky, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact proportions and broad, rounded forms. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal contrast, and terminals tend to be blunt or softly squared, giving the letters a solid, block-like presence. Counters are relatively tight and apertures lean closed, emphasizing mass and impact over airiness. The slant and subtle wedge-like cuts in places add motion, while the figures follow the same chunky, rounded construction for consistent texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports-related graphics, and promotional signage where bold texture and motion help carry the message. It can also work for packaging and merch that benefit from a sturdy, retro-leaning display voice; longer passages will appear visually dense due to the tight counters and heavy color.
The overall tone is fast and assertive, with a classic sports and mid-century display feel. Its exaggerated weight and forward lean read as energetic and promotional, while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than harsh. The result feels bold, fun, and attention-grabbing—built for messages that should sound loud and confident.
This design appears intended as a high-impact display italic that delivers speed and confidence through weight, slant, and compact, rounded geometry. The consistent, low-contrast construction prioritizes strong silhouettes and a cohesive, poster-friendly texture.
In text, the dense letterforms create a dark, continuous rhythm, with the italic angle providing clear directional flow. The design favors strong silhouettes and legibility at larger sizes, where the internal shapes and distinctive angled details are easier to read.