Sans Normal Melas 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grandi' by Mans Greback (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, event promos, playful, punchy, retro, sporty, loud, display impact, brand voice, motion, character detail, rounded, chunky, compact counters, oblique stress, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded bowls and chunky, sculpted strokes. The forms lean consistently to the right and show gentle swelling and tapering that creates a subtly carved, dimensional feel without relying on outlines. Counters are relatively tight, apertures are small, and terminals are broadly cut, producing a dense, high-impact texture. Curves are smooth and circular-leaning, while diagonals and joins stay sturdy and simplified for strong silhouette clarity at display sizes.
Best suited for posters, big headlines, sports and entertainment branding, and bold packaging where a strong, playful impact is needed. It can work for short subheads or callouts, but extended body copy may feel heavy due to the dense texture and compact counters.
The overall tone is energetic and extroverted, with a fun, slightly retro flavor. Its slanted stance and thick, rounded construction give it a sporty, headline-forward personality that reads as confident and attention-seeking rather than refined or quiet.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a friendly, rounded voice while adding motion through a consistent oblique slant. The sculpted cuts and compact internal spaces suggest a focus on memorable display typography for branding and promotional use.
Distinctive curved notch-like cuts appear in several glyphs, adding a signature ‘scooped’ accent that increases motion and character. In longer lines the weight and tight internal spaces create a dark color, so generous spacing and larger sizes help maintain legibility.