Sans Superellipse Tyho 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, labels, handmade, playful, quirky, friendly, casual, human warmth, space saving, distinctiveness, casual tone, condensed, monoline, rounded, soft corners, irregular strokes.
A condensed, monoline sans with softly squared, rounded-rectangle curves and gently irregular stroke edges that suggest a hand-drawn origin. Stems are tall and lean, with tight counters and compact apertures that keep the overall texture narrow and vertical. Curves (notably in O/C/G and numerals) read as superelliptical rather than purely circular, while terminals stay blunt and slightly uneven, adding organic texture without introducing true contrast. Spacing and widths vary subtly from glyph to glyph, creating a lively rhythm while maintaining a consistent, simple construction.
Well-suited to display roles where a narrow footprint and distinctive, handmade texture are desirable—posters, packaging, labels, and brand wordmarks. It also works for short captions or UI accents when a friendly, informal tone is needed, though the tight counters suggest using comfortable sizes and spacing for longer passages.
The face feels playful and approachable, with a slightly offbeat, sketch-like polish that reads more human than mechanical. Its narrow, upright stance keeps it tidy and efficient, while the rounded geometry and mild irregularities add warmth and personality.
The design appears intended to blend a clean, simplified sans structure with hand-rendered character, using rounded-rectangle forms and slight stroke irregularity to feel personable and memorable while remaining straightforward to set.
At text sizes the tall proportions and compact internal spaces produce a strong vertical cadence, making the line appear brisk and animated. The numerals match the same condensed, rounded-rect style, supporting cohesive use across headings and short strings.