Sans Normal Lykav 6 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller' by Fontfabric; 'Avenir Next Cyrillic', 'Avenir Next Hebrew', and 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype; and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, playful, punchy, retro, energetic, impact, motion, approachability, display, attention, rounded, soft corners, slanted, chunky, compact counters.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with broad, rounded forms and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Curves are built from generous circular/elliptical geometry, while terminals are clean and softly squared rather than sharp. The lettering shows a lively rhythm: bowls and counters are compact, joins are stout, and diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y, Z) read as solid wedges. Uppercase proportions feel blocky and headline-oriented, and the figures are similarly weighty, with simplified shapes and strong silhouette clarity.
Best suited to short-form, high-impact typography such as headlines, event posters, sports and team graphics, product packaging, and bold brand marks. It will also work for attention-grabbing UI labels or social graphics where a strong, energetic typographic color is desirable.
The overall tone is bold and kinetic, with a sporty, upbeat voice that leans toward retro display styling. Its slant and chunky construction make it feel assertive and friendly at the same time, suggesting motion, impact, and informal confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a smooth, approachable geometry and a built-in sense of motion from the slant. Its simplified, rounded construction prioritizes quick recognition and strong silhouettes for display-led communication.
Spacing appears designed to keep the texture dense and cohesive at large sizes, with counters that stay open enough for quick recognition despite the heavy weight. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and simplified details that reinforce a modern, graphic feel.