Sans Normal Kebes 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Royal' by Berthold, 'Syabil' by Eko Bimantara, 'Epoca Pro' by Hoftype, 'JHC Sineas' by Jehoo Creative, 'Cisalpin' by Linotype, 'Skeena' by Microsoft Corporation, 'Mantey' by Salamahtype, and 'Scatio' by Wahyu and Sani Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, ui labels, sporty, assertive, modern, energetic, techy, impact, motion, clarity, modernity, emphasis, oblique, geometric, clean, rounded, compact.
This is a slanted sans with heavy, even stroke weight and a crisp, geometric construction. Curves are smooth and fairly circular, while joins and terminals are cleanly cut with minimal modulation, giving the letters a solid, stable color on the page. Proportions lean slightly compact with straightforward, utilitarian shapes; counters stay open and the rhythm is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. Figures are sturdy and simplified, matching the letters’ clean outlines and forward-leaning stance.
It suits display typography where impact and momentum are desired, such as headlines, posters, campaign graphics, and sporty or tech-forward branding. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation where a strong, directional emphasis is useful, though its weight and slant make it less ideal for long-form reading at small sizes.
The overall tone feels fast, confident, and contemporary, with an engineered, no-nonsense presence. The slant adds motion and urgency, making the font read as active and performance-oriented rather than neutral or quiet.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern, high-energy sans voice with clear geometry and strong visual density, emphasizing speed and emphasis through its slanted stance while keeping forms clean and broadly readable.
The design relies on simple geometry and uniform stroke behavior, which helps it hold together in dense settings. The oblique angle is pronounced enough to signal emphasis, yet the letterforms remain controlled and legible in continuous text.