Sans Superellipse Otlod 12 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, and 'Bockhold' by Stereo Type Haus (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, assertive, clean, friendly, industrial, impact, clarity, geometric branding, modern utility, geometric, blocky, rounded, compact, high contrast.
A heavy, geometric sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle construction in its curves. Strokes are uniformly thick with crisp, mostly squared terminals, while bowls and counters lean toward superelliptical shapes that keep the texture even and solid. The uppercase reads broad-shouldered and stable, with simple, straight-sided forms; the lowercase is similarly sturdy, with single-storey a and g and rounded joins that emphasize a built, modular feel. Numerals are robust and highly legible, with large counters and straightforward forms that hold up well at display sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and brand marks where a compact, high-impact sans is needed. It should work effectively for packaging and short-form messaging, and its clear, sturdy letterforms make it a natural fit for signage and wayfinding-style applications.
The overall tone is contemporary and confident, mixing a utilitarian, signage-like clarity with a slightly soft friendliness from the rounded geometry. It feels direct and no-nonsense, suited to bold statements without becoming sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum clarity and punch through simplified geometry and consistent stroke weight, using rounded-rectangle curves to keep the texture smooth and contemporary. It prioritizes immediate recognizability and a strong typographic color for display-led typography.
Tight inner counters and dense stroke mass create strong impact in headlines, but also make the face feel compact and weighty. The shapes stay consistent across letters, giving a cohesive rhythm and a distinctly geometric, engineered personality.