Sans Normal Robod 4 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FP København' and 'FP København Sans' by Fontpartners and 'Gltp Starion' by Glowtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, playful, retro, punchy, energetic, impact, motion, headline emphasis, brand presence, approachable strength, rounded, soft terminals, forward-leaning, chunky, compact counters.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with broad proportions and generously rounded outer curves. Strokes stay consistently thick, with soft, slightly squared terminals that keep edges crisp while avoiding sharp corners. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be small, giving the face a dense, high-impact texture in lines of text. The overall rhythm is smooth and cohesive, with a slightly compressed interior space that emphasizes silhouette and mass over fine detail.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logos, apparel graphics, and packaging where strong silhouettes and a sense of motion are beneficial. It can work in large display copy and promotional text, but will benefit from comfortable spacing and larger sizes to keep inner shapes clear.
The tone reads energetic and sporty, with a playful, retro display feel. Its bold, rounded forms and steady slant suggest motion and momentum, making it feel friendly but assertive rather than formal. The visual voice is loud and confident, suited to attention-grabbing headlines.
The design appears intended as a bold display sans that combines rounded geometry with an oblique stance to project speed, friendliness, and impact. It prioritizes strong, simple letterforms that reproduce well in branding and promotional contexts.
In the sample text, the dense counters and heavy strokes cause letters to visually knit together, especially at smaller sizes or tighter tracking. The numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction, supporting cohesive branding across type and figures.