Sans Superellipse Ibnog 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Knockout' by Hoefler & Co., 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, 'Sztos' by Machalski, and 'PG Gothique' and 'PG Grotesque' by Paulo Goode (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, industrial, athletic, assertive, modern, compact, impact, compactness, modern branding, rugged utility, blocky, squared, rounded corners, heavy terminals, closed apertures.
A compact, heavy sans with squared, superellipse-like contours and consistently rounded corners. Strokes are thick and even, with broad verticals and tight internal counters that create a dense, poster-ready color on the page. Curves (C, G, O, S) read as softened rectangles rather than perfect circles, while diagonals (A, K, V, W, X) are sturdy and blunt. The lowercase is straightforward and sturdy, with short ascenders/descenders and closed, space-efficient bowls; the numerals are similarly weighty and tightly fit, reinforcing a compressed, utilitarian rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, display typography, and branding where a dense, high-impact texture is desirable. It can work well for sports identities, product packaging, and signage that needs immediate visibility, especially at larger sizes where the tight counters remain clear.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a contemporary, industrial edge. Its compact massing and squared rounding give it a sporty, punchy voice suited to attention-grabbing headlines. The feel is more functional and rugged than elegant, leaning toward bold pragmatism.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining a consistent, squared-rounded geometry. Its uniform weight and compact shapes suggest an emphasis on bold utility and contemporary branding versatility.
Spacing and counters appear intentionally tight, producing a strong “ink” presence that favors large sizes. The rounded-rectangle construction is especially apparent in round letters and in the squared shoulders/terminals, giving the design a cohesive, engineered look.