Sans Normal Lyban 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, and 'Marble' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, assertive, modern, dynamic, playful, impact, motion, visibility, modernity, bold branding, slanted, chunky, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with chunky, rounded forms and tightly controlled counters. Strokes are broadly even, with softened corners and a slightly compact feel that keeps shapes dense and impactful. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, G, O, and S), while straight stems and diagonals remain sturdy and clean; joints appear smoothly blended rather than sharply articulated. The lowercase is built for clarity at display sizes, with single-storey a and g, a round i dot, and a tall, firm rhythm that maintains consistent weight through curves and terminals.
This font performs best in short-to-medium display copy where strong typographic color and a forward-leaning stance help lead the eye—such as headlines, posters, logos, and bold brand messaging. It also suits energetic categories like sports, entertainment, and product packaging, especially when paired with clean layouts and ample spacing.
The overall tone is energetic and emphatic, combining a sporty forward lean with friendly rounded geometry. It reads as confident and contemporary, with a bold, attention-grabbing voice suited to messages that need momentum and immediacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a streamlined, rounded sans structure and a built-in sense of motion from its slant. Its consistent stroke weight and compact counters suggest a focus on strong silhouette and high visibility in display contexts.
The numerals match the letterforms in mass and slant, keeping a uniform, headline-ready color across mixed alphanumeric settings. The design’s dense counters and thick joins favor larger sizes, where its rounded details and italic rhythm come through most clearly.