Sans Superellipse Ikrah 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Jack' by Fontsmith, 'Gloriola' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Boulder' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, chunky, punchy, retro, impact, approachability, brand character, display emphasis, blocky, rounded, soft corners, compact counters, logo-ready.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, squared-off curves that feel rooted in rounded-rectangle geometry. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing compact counters and sturdy, high-impact silhouettes. Terminals are mostly blunt with softened corners, and several letters show subtle angular notches and cuts that add character without breaking the overall solid rhythm. Proportions read expansive and headline-oriented, with robust bowls and wide set forms that maintain clarity at large sizes.
Best suited to display settings where impact matters—headlines, posters, packaging, and bold branding. The thick strokes and rounded construction also work well for signage and short, emphatic copy where a friendly but assertive tone is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, balancing mass and softness for a friendly, attention-grabbing voice. Its chunky shapes and slightly quirky details evoke a retro display sensibility while still feeling contemporary and clean.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that combines rounded-rectangle structure with chunky weight for maximum presence. Its small quirks in joins and terminals suggest an aim for distinctive branding character while preserving straightforward legibility in large-scale typography.
The sample text shows strong color and even texture across words, with pronounced ink traps/notch-like joins appearing in a few glyphs that help keep interior spaces from clogging at tight spacing. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and footprint, reinforcing a cohesive, poster-style presence.