Sans Normal Viked 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Moderna Sans' by Latinotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, dynamic, confident, sporty, modern, punchy, emphasis, speed, impact, clarity, modernity, slanted, geometric, rounded, clean, compact.
A slanted, geometric sans with sturdy strokes and rounded corners throughout. Curves are smooth and broadly circular, while joins and terminals feel clean and neatly trimmed rather than sharp. The italic construction reads as a consistent forward lean with minimal stroke modulation, giving letters a compact, energetic rhythm. Counters are relatively open for the style, and the overall texture is dense but controlled, with simple, utilitarian forms across letters and numerals.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its slant and weight can deliver emphasis—headlines, promotional graphics, athletic or tech-forward branding, packaging callouts, and interface banners. It can also work for concise labels and signage where a strong, modern presence is needed without ornate detail.
The font projects motion and immediacy, combining a contemporary, engineered feel with a friendly softness from its rounded shaping. Its tone is assertive and practical rather than decorative, making it feel at home in high-impact, performance-oriented contexts.
Likely designed to provide a robust italic voice with a clean, geometric backbone—prioritizing impact and momentum while keeping shapes simple, rounded, and highly consistent across the set.
Uppercase forms keep straightforward geometry with softened edges, while lowercase maintains a similarly simple construction that emphasizes clarity at display sizes. Numerals match the same slanted stance and rounded treatment, supporting cohesive typographic color in mixed alphanumeric settings.