Sans Superellipse Hiboy 17 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Outlast' by BoxTube Labs, 'Neuron Angled' by Corradine Fonts, 'Metronic Pro' by Mostardesign, 'Obvia Narrow' by Typefolio, and 'URW Dock Condensed' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, sturdy, friendly, modern, sporty, confident, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, consistency, rounded, blocky, compact, geometric, soft-cornered.
A heavy, geometric sans with a superelliptical construction: round letters read as rounded rectangles, and curves transition into flats with smooth, consistent radii. Strokes are uniform and dense, with tight interior counters and squared-off terminals that feel gently softened rather than sharp. Proportions are compact and vertical, with straightforward, no-nonsense letterforms and clear separation between straight stems and curved bowls. Numerals and capitals share the same solid, blocklike rhythm, favoring simple shapes and sturdy joins over delicate detailing.
Best suited to display contexts where strong weight and compact shapes create immediate impact—headlines, logos, labels, packaging, and wayfinding. It can work for short bursts of text at larger sizes where the tight counters and dense color become an intentional part of the visual voice.
The overall tone is bold and approachable—confident and contemporary, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded corners. It suggests utilitarian strength with a slightly playful, athletic edge, reading as modern signage rather than formal editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a clean geometric system, balancing firmness with softened corners for approachability. Its superelliptical curves and uniform stroke treatment aim for high visual consistency, making it effective for bold modern identities and attention-grabbing typographic layouts.
Round characters like O/Q and C/G emphasize the rounded-rectangle skeleton, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are broad and stable. The lowercase set keeps single-storey simplicity where expected and maintains a consistent, compact feel across words, creating a strong, poster-like texture in running text.