Sans Normal Ralem 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Graviola' and 'Graviola Soft' by Harbor Type; 'Diodrum', 'Diodrum Arabic', 'Diodrum Cyrillic', 'Diodrum Greek', 'Diodrum Hebrew', and 'Diodrum Thai' by Indian Type Foundry; 'Modal' by Schriftlabor; and 'Eigerdals' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, signage, friendly, playful, chunky, casual, approachable, friendly impact, playful display, softened boldness, rounded, soft terminals, heavy weight, bouncy, compact counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and smooth, low-contrast strokes throughout. The shapes lean on broad curves and gently squared joins, creating a cushioned silhouette rather than sharp geometry. Counters are relatively compact and apertures are somewhat closed, which boosts density and impact at display sizes. Spacing reads even and sturdy, with consistent stroke endings and a generally uniform rhythm across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
This font is best suited to short-to-medium display text where its rounded heaviness can work as a graphic element—headlines, posters, packaging, and cheerful branding. It can also perform well for bold UI accents, labels, and signage where friendliness and immediate impact are priorities.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a buoyant, cartoon-adjacent friendliness. Its chunky forms feel reassuring and fun rather than technical, giving headlines a lively, approachable voice. The rounded construction suggests a contemporary, consumer-facing personality suited to upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a soft, welcoming feel—combining a strong, dark presence with rounded, non-threatening contours. Its consistent curves and compact internal spaces suggest a focus on punchy display readability and a playful brand tone.
Distinctive details include a single-storey “a” and “g,” a compact “e” with a small eye, and a “t” with a short crossbar that keeps the lowercase texture tight. Numerals are bold and rounded as well, with simple, highly legible silhouettes that match the letters’ soft, weighty character.