Sans Faceted Etvu 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat and 'Ddt' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, esports, headlines, posters, app ui, sporty, techy, tactical, energetic, assertive, convey speed, add edge, look engineered, maximize impact, angular, faceted, chamfered, forward-leaning, compact.
This typeface uses a strong forward slant with crisp, faceted construction throughout, replacing curves with planar cuts and chamfered corners. Strokes are heavy and even, with squared terminals and frequent notches that create a mechanical, segmented feel. Counters are generally compact and polygonal (notably in O, Q, 0, 8, 9), while diagonals dominate in A, K, M, N, V, W, X, and Y, producing a fast, directional rhythm. Spacing and widths vary by character in a way that reinforces the italic momentum, and the overall silhouette stays tight and blocky rather than airy.
Well-suited for sports identities, esports and gaming graphics, performance-themed marketing, and punchy headlines where the angular slant can signal speed. It can also work for interface accents such as navigation labels, dashboard readouts, and short calls-to-action where a technical, assertive tone is desired.
The voice is driven and athletic, combining a sporty slant with a hard-edged, engineered attitude. The faceted cuts evoke speed, precision, and a slightly tactical, industrial mood—confident and attention-grabbing without relying on ornament.
The design appears intended to translate a sans foundation into a high-energy italic display voice by systematically faceting curves and sharpening terminals. Its consistent chamfering and polygonal counters suggest a goal of creating a fast, engineered aesthetic that holds together across letters and numerals.
Distinctive chamfers and clipped joins create recognizable shapes at display sizes, while the small interior apertures and angular joins can feel dense in longer passages. Numerals echo the same polygonal logic, giving headings and UI readouts a cohesive, device-like character.