Sans Superellipse Polom 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, labels, quirky, playful, retro, punchy, poster-like, impact, compactness, friendliness, retro flavor, distinctiveness, condensed, chunky, rounded corners, soft terminals, irregular rhythm.
This typeface is a condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes remain largely uniform, producing a solid, low-contrast silhouette with an occasionally hand-cut, slightly wavy edge that keeps the texture lively. Curved characters (C, O, S) read as tall, narrow superelliptical forms, while verticals dominate the overall rhythm. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and joins/terminals tend to be blunt and padded rather than sharply cut, which reinforces the compact, blocky presence in text.
Best suited for short, high-impact copy such as headlines, posters, packaging fronts, labels, and logo wordmarks where a compact footprint and strong color are useful. It can also work for punchy subheads or callouts, especially when you want a friendly, retro-leaning display voice rather than a neutral sans.
The overall tone is bold and humorous, with a mild off-kilter energy that feels informal and attention-seeking. Its narrow, chunky shapes and softened geometry evoke a retro display sensibility—more headline swagger than neutral utilitarianism—while still remaining straightforward and upright.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a tight width, combining bold, uniform strokes with rounded-rectangle forms for a distinctive, approachable display look. The subtle wobble and softened terminals suggest a goal of adding warmth and character while keeping the construction simple and readable at larger sizes.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent condensed structure, and the figures match the same tall, compact proportions for a unified voice in mixed settings. The slight irregularity visible in curves and vertical edges adds personality and a handmade flavor without turning into overt distress or script behavior.