Sans Superellipse Egvy 1 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sleek, retro, dramatic, sporty, energetic, impact, motion, compression, display, attention, condensed, forward-leaning, sharp terminals, high-shouldered, tall proportions.
A tightly condensed, forward-leaning italic with tall proportions and a brisk, vertical rhythm. Strokes are sturdy with noticeable modulation, and many characters finish in sharp, tapered terminals that read like cut angles rather than soft curves. Counters are compact and upright, with rounded-rectangle tendencies in bowls and ovals that keep the forms controlled despite the slant. Overall spacing is narrow and efficient, producing a dense, high-impact texture in words.
Best suited to headlines and short display settings where speed, impact, and tight fit are priorities—such as posters, branding wordmarks, sports and motorsport-inspired graphics, packaging callouts, and editorial section heads. It can also work for subheads or emphasis lines, but the dense texture and steep slant make it less ideal for extended body copy.
The tone is fast and assertive, with a streamlined, performance-minded feel that nods to mid‑century display typography. Its steep italic angle and compressed shapes add urgency and motion, while the controlled geometry keeps it looking purposeful rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-energy italic voice that maximizes impact in limited horizontal space. Its controlled, rounded-rectangle construction and sharp terminals aim for a modernized retro display look that stays clean and legible at larger sizes.
Uppercase forms stay narrow and upright with crisp joins, while lowercase maintains a consistent, practical x-height and compact apertures. Numerals are similarly tall and slanted, matching the headline-driven texture of the letters. The overall effect is most cohesive when set in short bursts where its strong angle and condensed fit can lead the eye.