Sans Faceted Anwu 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rigid Square' by Dharma Type, 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio, 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Bari Sans' by JCFonts, and 'Post Grotesk' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, team jerseys, signage, industrial, athletic, retro tech, mechanical, assertive, impact, machined geometry, display clarity, branding, octagonal, chamfered, blocky, compact, angular.
A heavy, squared sans with sharply chamfered corners that replace curves with flat facets, creating octagonal counters in letters like O, Q, and G. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and terminals are blunt or diagonally clipped, giving the alphabet a machined, stenciled-in-metal feel without actual breaks. Proportions read broad and stable, with compact apertures and sturdy joins; the lowercase mirrors the same faceted construction, keeping forms like a, e, s, and g crisp and geometric. Numerals follow the same angled logic, producing chunky, signage-like figures with clear, simplified silhouettes.
Best suited for headlines, logos, and display typography where strong presence and geometric character are desired. It works well for sports identities, equipment or automotive-inspired branding, wayfinding/signage, packaging, and title cards where an engineered, high-impact look is beneficial.
The tone is tough and utilitarian, with a sporty, scoreboard energy and a hint of retro arcade or sci‑fi hardware. Its angular construction feels engineered and authoritative, projecting durability and impact rather than softness or elegance.
The design appears intended to translate a bold sans into a faceted, machined geometry—swapping curves for planar cuts to evoke industrial manufacturing and athletic graphics. The consistent chamfers and chunky proportions suggest a focus on instant recognizability at large sizes and in bold, high-contrast applications.
The faceting is applied very consistently across rounds and diagonals, which helps maintain rhythm in text settings. In longer lines, the compact openings and dense color create a strong typographic texture that favors short, punchy phrases and high-contrast layouts.