Sans Faceted Gupa 5 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, display ui, technical, futuristic, geometric, drafted, edgy, geometric system, sci‑fi voice, technical labeling, stylized display, angular consistency, angular, monoline, faceted, wireframe, octagonal.
This typeface is built from monoline strokes and replaces most curves with short, planar segments, creating an octagonal, faceted silhouette throughout. The slanted construction gives it a consistent forward motion, while sharp joins and clipped terminals emphasize a drawn-with-a-tool feel. Proportions are moderately tall with open counters; round letters (O, C, G, Q, 0) read as multi-sided rings, and diagonals in A, V, W, X, Y appear crisp and taut. Numerals follow the same segmented logic, keeping a cohesive rhythm across the set.
It suits short-to-medium display text where the angular construction is a feature: titles, posters, tech branding, game/sci‑fi UI moments, and distinctive logotype work. It can also work for packaging or labels that benefit from an engineered, faceted aesthetic, especially at sizes large enough to showcase the segmented detailing.
The faceted outlines and steady slant produce a distinctly technical, futuristic tone—like labeling from schematics, sci‑fi interfaces, or industrial wayfinding. Its sharp geometry feels precise and engineered, with a cool, analytical personality rather than a humanist warmth.
The design appears intended to translate a geometric, polygonal drawing language into a readable italic text face, prioritizing a consistent faceted system over traditional curves. It aims to evoke precision and modernity while keeping letterforms familiar enough for quick recognition in display settings.
The segmented geometry is most noticeable in bowls and curves, which are consistently “chamfered” into small straight runs, helping maintain a unified texture in both all-caps and mixed-case settings. The overall light stroke and open shapes suggest it will read best when given ample size or contrast against the background.