Sans Superellipse Etlil 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara; 'HD Node', 'HD Node Sans', and 'HD Node X' by HyperDeluxe; 'Amsi Grotesk' by Stawix; 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether; 'Palo' by TypeUnion; and 'Herokid' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, urgent, modern, industrial, headline, space-saving, impact, forward motion, modern utility, display focus, condensed, oblique, compact, assertive, high-impact.
This typeface is a compact, oblique sans with thick, uniform strokes and tightly controlled proportions. Letterforms are built from rounded-rectangle curves and smooth superellipse-like bowls, paired with firmly cut terminals and minimal modulation. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and the overall fit is tight, producing a dense, efficient texture. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the numerals match the same sturdy, compressed construction.
It performs best in large-scale applications where impact and compression are useful: headlines, posters, sports and event graphics, bold branding lockups, and packaging fronts. The dense set and strong slant also suit short bursts of copy such as labels, UI promos, and callouts where space is limited and emphasis is needed.
The overall tone is forceful and energetic, with a fast, forward-leaning rhythm that reads as contemporary and functional. Its condensed stance and heavy color convey urgency and confidence, lending a sporty, industrial edge without decorative flourishes.
The design appears intended to maximize visual punch in a narrow footprint, combining heavy strokes with rounded-rect geometry and a consistent oblique posture. It prioritizes a strong silhouette and fast reading in display contexts, aiming for modern, high-energy communication.
Round characters like C, G, O, and Q show squared-off curvature rather than perfect circles, while straight-sided letters (H, N, M) emphasize verticality. The lowercase remains highly legible at display sizes, with simplified forms and a strong, consistent slant that keeps lines of text visually cohesive.