Sans Normal Kobaj 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Modeska' by Eko Bimantara, 'Harmonia Sans' and 'Harmonia Sans Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Infoma' by Stawix, and 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, assertive, friendly, emphasis, impact, momentum, modernity, clarity, oblique, geometric, rounded, clean, compact.
A heavy oblique sans with smooth, rounded contours and a clean, geometric construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and terminals are mostly straight-cut, producing crisp edges despite the soft curves. Counters are generally open and circular (notably in O, Q, o, e), while diagonals in A, K, V, W, X and the slanted axis create a forward-leaning rhythm. Lowercase forms are compact and sturdy, with single-storey a and g, a short-armed r, and a compact, slightly hooked f; figures are rounded and robust with a simple, modern lining style.
Best suited for headlines, branding, and short bursts of text where emphasis and motion are desired. It should perform well in sports and lifestyle identities, packaging callouts, editorial feature titles, and promotional graphics that benefit from bold, slanted emphasis.
The overall tone is energetic and contemporary, with an athletic forward motion that reads as confident and action-oriented. Rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the weight and slant add urgency and impact for attention-driven settings.
Likely intended as a high-impact oblique companion for modern sans typography, prioritizing immediacy and recognizability. The design aims to deliver a sporty, forward-leaning presence while keeping letterforms simple, rounded, and highly legible at display sizes.
Spacing appears comfortably generous for a display-leaning italic, helping counters stay clear at larger sizes. The design balances geometric roundness with sharp diagonals, giving it a punchy silhouette that remains orderly and systematic.