Sans Superellipse Himav 9 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anantason Reno' by Jipatype, 'Eloque' by Prestigetype Studio, 'Itaca' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Nu Sans' by Typecalism Foundryline (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sports branding, confident, industrial, modern, punchy, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, bold branding, clear labeling, compact, blocky, rounded, high-contrast shapes, crisp terminals.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and consistently blunt terminals. Strokes are uniformly thick, with smooth curves on bowls and counters that read as squarish ovals rather than circles. The uppercase is tall and condensed with tight interior space, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, workmanlike rhythm with short ascenders and descenders and large, sturdy stems. Overall spacing appears tight and efficient, giving the alphabet a dense, poster-like texture at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short phrases where dense, high-impact typography is needed, such as posters, signage, packaging, and bold interface labels. Its condensed proportions help fit more characters into limited horizontal space while keeping a strong visual presence.
The font projects a tough, no-nonsense tone—confident and industrial—while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than harsh. Its condensed heft suggests urgency and emphasis, making it feel assertive and contemporary.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in a compact footprint, combining industrial sturdiness with rounded superellipse forms for a contemporary, brand-forward look. It prioritizes bold readability and consistent shape logic over delicate detail.
Round letters (like O/C/G) show a pronounced squircle feel, and diagonals (A/V/W/X) are strong and wedge-like without becoming sharp. The numerals match the same compact, heavy construction, contributing to a unified, sign-ready voice across letters and figures.