Sans Superellipse Fyrej 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'Faculty' by Device, 'Intercom' by Indian Type Foundry, and 'Aeonis' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, loud, modern, dynamic, display impact, speed emphasis, compact strength, modern branding, slanted, compressed, blocky, rounded, compact.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) shaping. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with softened corners and smooth joins that keep the forms sturdy rather than sharp. Bowls and counters are tight and rectangularly rounded, creating a dense texture; apertures stay fairly closed in letters like c and e. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and short extenders, contributing to a strong, continuous rhythm, while the italics are achieved through an overall oblique construction rather than calligraphic modulation.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, and bold packaging callouts. It can also work for signage or UI moments where a compact, forceful italic emphasis is needed, though its density and tight counters make it less ideal for long-form reading at small sizes.
The overall tone is fast, assertive, and contemporary, with a strong “push-forward” energy from the slant and weight. It reads as sporty and attention-grabbing, leaning toward an industrial, headline-driven voice rather than a delicate or literary one.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a compact footprint, combining a strong oblique stance with rounded-rectilinear construction for a modern, engineered look. Its tall lowercase and tight shaping prioritize punchy readability and visual momentum in display settings.
Roundness is expressed through squarish curves, giving counters a compact, engineered feel. The numeral set matches the same chunky, oblique construction, maintaining consistent color and impact in mixed alphanumeric settings.