Sans Superellipse Esgeh 9 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core and 'Bale Mono' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code ui, terminals, packaging, signage, sports branding, technical, retro, utilitarian, energetic, industrial, impact, clarity, systematic, motion, durability, oblique, rounded, boxy, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, oblique sans with monoline strokes and broad, rounded-rectangle curves that keep counters open and shapes compact. The drawing favors straight-sided construction with softened corners, producing smooth superellipse bowls in letters like O and D and similarly rounded terminals across the set. Forms are wide and stable with a consistent, even rhythm; the slant is pronounced but the weight distribution stays uniform, keeping texture dense and highly legible at display sizes. Numerals and capitals read sturdy and geometric, while lowercase maintains a straightforward, functional skeleton with minimal modulation.
This design suits interfaces and technical contexts where a sturdy, consistent rhythm helps scanning—such as code-themed UIs, dashboards, and terminal-style graphics. It also performs well in bold headlines for packaging, wayfinding, or industrial and automotive applications where a strong, oblique presence adds motion. The matching letters and numerals make it especially effective for identifiers, model numbers, and compact, information-dense settings.
The overall tone feels technical and workmanlike, with a clear retro-computing and industrial flavor. Its assertive mass and forward slant add urgency and motion, while the rounded geometry keeps it friendly rather than harsh. The result is a pragmatic voice that suggests equipment labeling, engineering documentation, and classic terminal aesthetics.
The font appears intended to deliver a robust, forward-leaning sans that preserves clarity through simple, even strokes and rounded-rect geometry. By pairing a pronounced slant with compact, geometric forms, it aims to evoke a pragmatic, technical character while remaining approachable and highly readable in bold display scenarios.
The wide set and tight, consistent spacing create a strong block of color in text, especially in all-caps. Rounded corners and squared-off construction give a distinctive "softened machinery" personality, and the figures appear designed to match the letterforms closely for consistent line texture in mixed alphanumeric strings.