Sans Superellipse Figot 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dignus' by Eurotypo, 'Gltp Starion' by Glowtype, 'Moveo Sans' by Green Type, 'Boxley' by Shinntype, and 'Nauman' and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, techy, energetic, modern, assertive, impact, speed, modernization, sturdiness, oblique, geometric, rounded, blocky, compact counters.
A heavy oblique sans with broad, squat proportions and rounded-rectangle construction in the bowls and counters. Strokes stay essentially monoline, with softened corners and superellipse-like curves that keep round letters sturdy rather than delicate. The design emphasizes large internal shapes and stable horizontals, with a forward slant and tight, compact apertures that give text a dense, high-impact rhythm. Numerals and capitals follow the same wide, blocky geometry, reading cleanly at display sizes.
Best suited to short, prominent text—headlines, posters, logos, and brand marks—where its wide stance and oblique drive can read as intentional and dynamic. It also fits product packaging and sports or tech communications that benefit from a bold, energetic voice.
The overall tone is fast, strong, and contemporary, combining a sporty forward motion with a sleek, tech-leaning geometry. Rounded corners temper the weight, keeping it approachable while still feeling confident and high-energy.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact italic sans that feels engineered and rounded rather than sharp. Its superelliptical construction and dense, sturdy counters suggest a focus on bold display typography with a sporty, forward-moving personality.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create momentum in headlines, while the wide letterforms help preserve legibility under the heavy weight. Curves tend to resolve into flattened, superelliptical shapes, producing a consistent, engineered feel across letters and figures.