Sans Other Elko 1 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Croih' by 38-lineart, 'Afical' by Formatype Foundry, 'Glimp' by OneSevenPointFive, and 'Clinto' and 'Inovasi' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, gaming, tech branding, futuristic, sporty, techy, dynamic, industrial, add motion, signal speed, create identity, stand out, modernize, slanted, cutout, stencil-like, angular, geometric.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with broad proportions and simplified, low-contrast strokes. Many letters incorporate a consistent horizontal cut or "break" through the middle, creating a stencil-like, segmented effect that reads as an intentional design motif rather than damage or distress. Curves are smooth but tightened, with rounded bowls paired against crisp, angled terminals; diagonals and joins feel engineered and energetic. Spacing and widths vary noticeably across the set, and the numerals mirror the same split-bar construction for a cohesive, graphic rhythm in text.
Best suited to display roles where the segmented construction can be appreciated—headlines, posters, logos, esports or sports identities, and tech or automotive themed graphics. It can work for short UI labels or titling when set large enough to preserve clarity, but is less ideal for long-form reading.
The overall tone is fast, synthetic, and performance-driven, evoking racing graphics, sci‑fi interfaces, and engineered branding. The midline breaks add a punchy, slightly aggressive edge while keeping the voice clean and contemporary rather than rough or vintage.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact sans that stays straightforward in structure while adding distinctiveness through a consistent midline break and strong slant. The goal is recognizable motion and a branded, industrial feel without resorting to decorative serifs or complex detailing.
The signature midline gap can reduce legibility at smaller sizes, especially in dense paragraphs, but becomes a strong visual asset at display sizes. The italic angle is pronounced, and the cutouts create lively negative-space patterns that stand out in headlines and short phrases.