Sans Normal Lukiv 18 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, 'Crique Grotesk' by Stawix, and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, logos, packaging, sporty, punchy, playful, retro, confident, impact, motion, branding, display, slanted, rounded, soft corners, chunky, compact counters.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded geometry and a compact, tightly packed internal space. Strokes stay broadly even, with smooth curves dominating and blunt, softly chamfered terminals giving a cut-out feel. The capitals are broad and steady, while the lowercase shows simplified, sturdy forms (single-storey shapes where expected) and a distinctly chunky rhythm. Counters are relatively small and apertures are modest, producing dense letterforms that read as bold blocks rather than airy text shapes.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, event posters, sports or team identities, and bold brand marks. It can work well on packaging or merchandising where strong silhouette and quick recognition matter, especially at medium to large sizes where the tight counters won’t clog.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, poster-forward voice. The slant and rounded construction add friendliness and motion, while the mass and tight counters create a loud, attention-grabbing presence. It suggests retro athletic branding and playful headline typography more than neutral editorial text.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a fast, forward-leaning stance and friendly rounded forms. The goal seems to be a bold display sans that feels dynamic and approachable while maintaining a solid, blocky presence.
Diagonal strokes and joins are emphasized, and several letters show wedge-like cuts and angular transitions that add snap to the otherwise rounded system. The numerals are equally weighty and graphic, matching the uppercase for display consistency.