Sans Superellipse Ilvy 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Gltp Starion' by Glowtype, 'Taz' by LucasFonts, 'Burlingame' by Monotype, and 'RBNo3.1' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, esports, packaging, sporty, aggressive, dynamic, tech, impact, speed, strength, modernity, slanted, blocky, soft corners, compact counters, forward-leaning.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with squarish, superellipse-like curves and broadly rounded corners. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing compact counters and sturdy, blocky silhouettes. The geometry favors angled terminals and wedge-like joins, while curves (notably in round letters) feel controlled and slightly rectangular rather than circular. Spacing and widths vary by glyph, giving the line a pulsing rhythm despite the uniform stroke color.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports or esports identity, event graphics, and bold packaging. It can also work for attention-grabbing UI elements or badges where a compact, forceful voice is needed, but it is less appropriate for long reading due to its density and strong slant.
The overall tone is assertive and high-energy, with a distinctly forward-driving stance. Its dense black presence and aerodynamic slant read as sporty and competitive, leaning toward action, speed, and modern industrial cues.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch and motion in a contemporary, geometric sans form. It prioritizes bold, fast readability at display sizes through simplified shapes, tight counters, and a consistent, high-contrast presence against the page.
Uppercase forms feel particularly engineered and angular, while lowercase retains the same weight and slant with simplified, robust shapes. Numerals are equally heavy and italicized, designed for strong presence rather than delicate differentiation at small sizes.