Sans Normal Obbak 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BR Cobane' by Brink; 'Steradian' by Emtype Foundry; 'Gilroy', 'Qanelas', and 'Qanelas Soft' by Radomir Tinkov; 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType; and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, punchy, modern, playful, impact, clarity, approachability, modern branding, display strength, rounded, geometric, compact, blocky, clean.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and broad, even strokes. Curves are built from clear circular/elliptical geometry, with smooth joins and minimal modulation, giving counters a sturdy, closed-in feel at smaller sizes. Terminals are mostly straight and blunt, and the overall rhythm is tight and consistent, with simplified shapes that prioritize impact over delicacy.
Best suited to display settings where strong emphasis and quick recognition are needed, such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and short-callout typography. It can work for brief text blocks when a dense, high-impact texture is desired, but it’s most effective when given space to show its rounded geometry.
The tone is bold and upbeat, combining a friendly roundness with assertive mass. It reads as contemporary and approachable, with a slightly playful, poster-like presence that feels confident rather than formal.
Designed to deliver maximum visual weight with clean, rounded construction, aiming for an approachable geometric look that remains highly legible in bold display contexts. The simplified forms and tight rhythm suggest an intention for branding and attention-grabbing typography rather than delicate editorial reading.
The numerals and capitals carry a strong, sign-making solidity, while the lowercase maintains a compact, sturdy texture in continuous text. Round letters (like O/C/G) feel especially geometric, and diagonals (like V/W/X) stay broad and stable, reinforcing the font’s dense color on the page.