Sans Superellipse Ombaz 12 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Highriser' by Nicolas Deslé and 'Cyberpunk' by Vozzy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, condensed, industrial, utilitarian, punchy, modern, space saving, impact, systematic, clarity, modernism, rounded corners, high contrast edges, compact, sturdy, mechanical.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and a superelliptical construction that yields rounded-rectangle bowls and softly squared corners. Curves resolve into flattened arcs rather than perfect circles, giving counters a tight, engineered feel. Terminals are mostly blunt and orthogonal, with minimal modulation and a consistent stroke rhythm that keeps forms dense and legible. The overall set reads orderly and vertical, with narrow proportions, firm shoulders, and compact apertures that emphasize a strong, poster-forward silhouette.
Best suited for headlines, labels, and display typography where a condensed width helps fit more characters without losing presence. It also works well for wayfinding-style signage, packaging panels, and brand wordmarks that benefit from a strong, compact voice. In longer text, it will read most comfortably at larger sizes where its dense color and tight forms stay open.
The tone is pragmatic and industrial, with a no-nonsense presence that feels modern and slightly mechanical. Its condensed heft communicates urgency and efficiency, making it feel at home in systems, signage, and bold editorial moments where space is limited but impact is required.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight in minimal horizontal space, using superelliptical shapes and squared terminals to create a controlled, engineered look. The consistent stroke and compact proportions suggest a focus on clarity, uniformity, and strong typographic color for contemporary display use.
Round letters (like C, O, Q) lean toward rounded-rectangle geometry, and the figures follow the same compact, squared-off logic for a cohesive alphanumeric color. Spacing appears tuned for tight setting, producing a dark, continuous texture in text while remaining clear at larger sizes.