Sans Normal Ebboy 16 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dortmund' by Punchform (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, branding, editorial, presentations, modern, clean, neutral, technical, efficient, emphasis, clarity, neutrality, modernity, system type, oblique, monoline, open apertures, rounded terminals, tall ascenders.
This is an oblique sans with monoline construction and smooth, rounded curves. Letterforms lean consistently to the right with a steady, even rhythm and relatively open counters and apertures that keep shapes clear at a glance. Proportions feel slightly tall, with straightforward vertical strokes and softly finished terminals rather than sharp cuts. The overall texture is uncluttered and contemporary, balancing round forms (C, O, Q) with crisp diagonals (K, V, W, X) for a tidy, utilitarian flow.
It suits interface labels, dashboards, captions, and product documentation where a clean italic voice is needed without calling attention to itself. The steady rhythm also works well for brand systems, slide decks, and editorial subheads where a modern oblique can provide emphasis and hierarchy.
The tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a clean, engineered feel that reads as contemporary and efficient rather than expressive or decorative. The slant adds a subtle sense of motion and emphasis while staying restrained and professional.
The design appears intended as a practical, contemporary italic companion for a neutral sans system—delivering clear, consistent forms with a smooth geometric backbone and a controlled slant for emphasis in text and display settings.
The character set shown maintains consistent stroke behavior across caps, lowercase, and numerals, producing an even color in text. Round letters stay smooth and geometric, while diagonals are firm and decisive, helping headings and short lines look crisp without becoming rigid.