Sans Normal Myrid 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Niko' by Ludwig Type, 'Mundo Sans' by Monotype, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Modet' by Plau, 'Akagi' and 'Akagi Pro' by Positype, and 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, playful, retro, impact, attention, approachability, display, blocky, rounded, soft-cornered, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and a strong, even stroke presence. Curves are generous and smooth, with softened joins that keep forms friendly despite the mass, while terminals tend to feel blunt and solid. Counters are relatively compact (notably in O, a, e, and 8), giving the design a dense, poster-like color. Lowercase forms are sturdy and simplified, with single-storey a and g, and the overall rhythm favors bold shapes and clear silhouettes over delicate detail.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and large-format messaging where bold shapes and quick recognition matter. It can work well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a friendly, high-impact voice, especially in short phrases or logotype-style applications.
The font projects an assertive, upbeat tone—loud in a controlled way. Its rounded geometry and chunky weight read as approachable and fun rather than severe, evoking a slightly retro, headline-driven personality suited to attention-grabbing messages.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a rounded, approachable character—combining wide, simplified letterforms with dense counters to create a strong display texture. It prioritizes punch, consistency, and immediate legibility at larger sizes.
Spacing appears tuned for display settings, with tight internal spaces and large black areas that can close up at small sizes. The numerals match the letterforms in heft and roundness, maintaining a consistent, impactful texture across mixed text.