Sans Superellipse Okbej 5 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Amsi Grotesk' and 'Merlod' by Stawix, and 'Manual' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, assertive, condensed, retro, industrial, punchy, high impact, space saving, poster display, brand voice, modern industrial, blocky, rounded, tall, compact, sturdy.
This typeface is a tall, compact sans with heavy strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction throughout. Curves are squared-off and softened at the corners, giving bowls and counters a boxy, engineered feel, while terminals remain clean and unadorned. Proportions are tightly set with condensed widths, generous vertical presence, and relatively small internal counters for a dense, impactful texture. The lowercase keeps a simple, utilitarian skeleton (single-storey a and g), and the figures match the overall compact, vertical rhythm with sturdy, minimally detailed shapes.
It excels in short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, signage, and packaging where a condensed, commanding voice is needed. The bold, compact letterforms also suit branding marks and promotional graphics that must hold up at large sizes and on busy backgrounds.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, with a slightly vintage, poster-like attitude. Its compressed stance and squared-round geometry read as industrial and confident, projecting urgency and clarity rather than delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a narrow footprint, using superelliptical forms and rounded corners to keep heavy strokes cohesive and approachable. It aims for a contemporary-industrial look with clear, poster-ready rhythm and strong typographic presence.
The dense counters and compact widths create a strong color on the page, especially in running lines, making spacing and line breaks feel tight and energetic. Rounded corners prevent the heavy shapes from feeling sharp, balancing blunt strength with a friendlier edge.