Sans Faceted Asbo 10 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hemispheres' by Runsell Type, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, and 'Radley' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, team apparel, esports graphics, industrial, athletic, arcade, tactical, retro tech, impact, signage, ruggedness, modern utility, display clarity, angular, chamfered, octagonal, blocky, stencil-like.
A heavy, faceted sans built from straight strokes with consistently clipped corners and octagonal counters. Curves are largely replaced by planar cuts, giving rounds like O, C, and G a squared-off, chamfered silhouette. Strokes stay uniform in thickness, with wide, stable verticals and compact interior apertures that emphasize mass and solidity. The lowercase follows the same geometric logic, with simple, boxy forms and minimal modulation, producing a firm, mechanical rhythm in text.
This style works best for high-impact display typography such as headlines, posters, and branded slogans where strong silhouettes matter. It also suits sports and esports identities, uniforms, and merchandise, as well as UI labels or badges that benefit from a compact, industrial presence.
The overall tone is bold and assertive, with a utilitarian, engineered feel that reads as sporty and tech-forward. The sharp facets and tight counters add a rugged, no-nonsense character that can also evoke arcade and scoreboard aesthetics.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch through a strict, geometric construction—swapping curves for facets to create a sturdy, machined look that remains clear and consistent across a full alphanumeric set.
The faceting is applied consistently across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, which helps maintain cohesion in mixed-case settings. Numerals are especially sign-like, with squared bowls and clipped terminals that keep shapes crisp and legible at display sizes.