Sans Faceted Elje 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FX Gerundal' by Differentialtype, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Core Sans M' by S-Core, 'Nulato' by Stefan Stoychev, 'Oscar Bravo' by Studio K, and 'Jesaya' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, esports, headlines, posters, gaming ui, aggressive, sporty, futuristic, tactical, mechanical, impact, speed, edge, modernity, ruggedness, angular, chiseled, faceted, slanted, blocky.
A heavy, slanted display sans built from sharp planar facets rather than curves. Strokes are thick and largely monolinear, with corners cut into chamfered angles that create a crisp, machined silhouette. Counters tend toward polygonal shapes, and terminals frequently end in wedge-like cuts that emphasize forward motion. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with tight apertures and a consistent rhythmic pattern across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for headlines, logos, and short bursts of copy where its faceted angles can read clearly. It works especially well for sports and esports identities, gaming and tech promos, packaging callouts, and bold UI labels where a fast, hard-edged voice is desirable.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, suggesting speed, impact, and engineered precision. Its angular construction reads as contemporary and performance-driven, with a hard-edged attitude that fits action-oriented branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through a bold, forward-leaning stance and a consistently faceted construction. By replacing curves with crisp planar cuts, it aims to evoke speed, toughness, and a modern engineered aesthetic.
The italic slant and repeated chamfer motifs give the face a cohesive “cut metal” texture in text, while the simplified, faceted geometry keeps shapes legible at larger sizes. Figures and capitals share the same octagonal/planed logic, reinforcing a unified, industrial feel.