Sans Faceted Etne 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rice' by Font Kitchen, 'Contraption' by Pink Broccoli, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, 'Monopol' by Suitcase Type Foundry, 'Beachwood' by Swell Type, and 'Heroic Condensed' by TypeTrust (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, sports branding, posters, logos, apparel, sporty, aggressive, industrial, retro, impact, speed, space-saving, display, angular, faceted, condensed, slanted, blocky.
A condensed, heavy display sans with a strong forward slant and sharply faceted outlines. Curves are minimized into planar cuts, producing octagonal counters and chamfered corners throughout. Strokes stay largely uniform, with tight apertures and compact internal spaces that emphasize mass and impact. The lowercase follows the same rigid geometry, with short ascenders/descenders and sturdy, squared-off terminals that keep the rhythm dense and upright despite the slant.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, poster typography, sports and esports branding, team or event graphics, and logo wordmarks. It also fits apparel, packaging callouts, and signage where a condensed footprint and emphatic presence are needed.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, with a competitive, high-energy feel. Its faceted construction reads mechanical and hard-edged, suggesting speed, toughness, and a utilitarian, no-nonsense attitude.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space, using a forward-leaning stance and angular facets to replace traditional curves. The consistent chamfering and tight, blocklike construction aim for a modern, athletic display voice with an engineered edge.
The figures and capitals are especially chiseled, with noticeable corner notches and clipped joins that reinforce the engineered look. At smaller sizes the tight counters and heavy weight can reduce clarity, while at larger sizes the facets become a defining visual texture.