Sans Normal Vikev 12 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nestor' by Fincker Font Cuisine, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Sharp Sans Condensed' by Monotype, 'Core Sans D' by S-Core, 'Vinyl' by T-26, 'Artico' by cretype, and 'Pulse JP' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, energetic, impact, speed, compactness, modernity, clarity, condensed, oblique, rounded, punchy, clean.
This typeface is a condensed, oblique sans with heavy, even strokes and softly rounded corners. Curves are built from smooth, elliptical forms, while terminals are clean and largely unadorned, giving the letters a streamlined silhouette. The overall spacing is compact with tight internal counters, and the slant adds forward motion without turning into a true script. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and geometric, while lowercase characters maintain a simple, utilitarian construction with clear bowls and modest ascenders/descenders.
It works best where a strong, fast-looking sans is needed—sports identities, event posters, promotional headlines, and bold packaging. The condensed proportions make it useful for tight horizontal spaces, while the heavy weight supports short, high-contrast messaging in print and on-screen.
The font projects speed and momentum, with a distinctly contemporary, sporty tone. Its compact width and consistent weight create a confident, high-impact voice that reads as functional and performance-oriented rather than decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-energy sans voice that emphasizes motion and impact. By pairing geometric, rounded construction with a pronounced slant and heavy weight, it aims to stay clean and readable while signaling speed and modernity.
The figures are stout and highly legible at display sizes, matching the letterforms’ compact rhythm. Round characters (like O/0) stay fairly upright in structure despite the overall slant, which helps preserve clarity. The italic angle is strong enough to feel expressive, but the design remains controlled and systematic.