Sans Superellipse Gelaw 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Mark' and 'FF Mark Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute, and 'Pulse JP' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, branding, packaging, sporty, energetic, assertive, modern, dynamic, impact, motion, modernity, approachability, clarity, rounded, oblique, chunky, compact, soft-cornered.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact, rounded-rectangle geometry and smoothly softened corners. Strokes are broadly uniform, with minimal modulation and generous interior rounding that keeps counters open despite the dense weight. Curves tend toward superellipse-like bowls (notably in O/C/G), while terminals are blunt and slightly sheared with the slant, creating a forward-driving rhythm. Spacing is steady and practical, and the overall silhouette reads solid and blocky without feeling rigid due to the rounded construction.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logos, sports and fitness branding, product packaging, and bold UI moments like banners or hero text. The strong weight and oblique stance help it hold up in large sizes and energetic layouts where clear, immediate presence is needed.
The tone is punchy and confident, with a forward-leaning motion that feels athletic and promotional. Its rounded forms temper the aggression of the weight, giving it a friendly, contemporary edge while still projecting strength and urgency.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a modern, rounded geometry: a sturdy, attention-grabbing italic that feels fast and assertive while staying approachable through softened corners and open counters.
Capitals are tall and commanding with simple, geometric construction; round letters stay smooth and full, and diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y, Z) look sturdy and intentionally widened to maintain visual weight. Numerals are similarly robust and legible, matching the same rounded, slightly compressed feel and maintaining clear differentiation at a glance.