Sans Faceted Elbi 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mako' by Deltatype, 'Diamante EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Refinery' by Kimmy Design, 'Diamante Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Diamante' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Ddt' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, headlines, posters, logos, packaging, athletic, industrial, aggressive, retro, commanding, impact, speed, toughness, modern utility, display clarity, angular, faceted, blocky, oblique, compact.
A heavy, oblique display sans built from straight strokes and chamfered corners, replacing curves with crisp planar facets. Letterforms are compact with squared counters and consistent stroke weight, creating a rigid, machined silhouette. Terminals are clipped and corners are notched or beveled throughout, which tightens the rhythm and keeps shapes legible even at bold sizes. Numerals and capitals share the same blocky geometry, while the lowercase maintains a similarly engineered look with sturdy stems and simplified joins.
Best suited to sports identities, event graphics, and high-impact headlines where bold, slanted letterforms need to project motion and strength. It also works well for logos, patches, and packaging accents, especially in contexts that benefit from a rugged, engineered aesthetic.
The overall tone is forceful and energetic, with a sporty, hard-edged attitude. Its faceted construction and forward slant convey speed, impact, and a utilitarian toughness that reads as confidently modern with a hint of retro scoreboard/jersey flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through dense, faceted shapes and a forward-leaning stance, prioritizing strong silhouettes and a consistent chiseled motif. Its geometry suggests a goal of looking fast, tough, and unmistakable at display sizes.
The oblique angle is pronounced enough to add motion without collapsing counters, and the repeated chamfers create a cohesive visual signature across the set. The design favors sign-like clarity and strong silhouettes over subtle detail, making it most effective where the faceting can be seen.