Sans Superellipse Gabiv 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, app headers, sporty, punchy, modern, confident, energetic, attention grabbing, motion cue, impact display, brand presence, athletic tone, slanted, compact, chunky, rounded, sturdy.
A heavy, slanted sans with compact proportions and tightly controlled counters. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and terminals a softly squared, superelliptical feel rather than circular. Strokes stay largely uniform with blunt, strongly cut terminals; diagonals are prominent and contribute to a forward-leaning, kinetic texture. The overall rhythm is dense and dark, with consistent weight distribution and minimal interior space in letters like a, e, s, and 8.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, and bold packaging statements. Its dense color and compact counters make it particularly effective at large sizes and in situations where immediate emphasis is needed. For extended reading or small sizes, generous spacing and careful line length would help maintain clarity.
The font reads as assertive and fast, combining athletic urgency with a clean contemporary finish. Its bold, slanted stance suggests motion and competitiveness, while the rounded-square construction keeps the tone friendly instead of aggressive. Overall it feels designed to grab attention quickly and hold it.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that communicates speed and strength through a consistent slant, heavy weight, and rounded-rectilinear construction. The superelliptical curves and blunt terminals aim to balance intensity with approachability, producing a modern, brand-forward voice for attention-driven typography.
The numerals are broad and sturdy, matching the letterforms’ dense color and squared-round curves. Lowercase forms appear single-storey where applicable, reinforcing an informal, headline-driven voice. The italic angle is noticeable and consistent, helping long lines feel dynamic even at large sizes.