Sans Superellipse Ponon 13 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Agency Gothic CT' by CastleType, 'Dharma Gothic' and 'Dharma Gothic Rounded' by Dharma Type, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, editorial display, industrial, condensed, technical, authoritative, utilitarian, space saving, strong presence, systematic geometry, display clarity, rectilinear, rounded-corner, compact, sturdy, high-impact.
A tightly condensed sans with tall proportions and a compact, modular construction. Strokes are heavy and largely uniform, with squared terminals and rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) curves that keep counters and bowls controlled and boxy. Letterforms read as engineered and space-efficient, with narrow apertures and consistently restrained rounding that softens the geometry without becoming friendly. Numerals follow the same condensed, built-up logic, producing a dense, poster-ready rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, posters, and signage where vertical space efficiency and strong presence are needed. It also works well on packaging and label-style graphics that benefit from compact line lengths and an industrial, engineered texture.
The overall tone is industrial and pragmatic, with a slightly retro signage flavor. Its compressed stance and sturdy shapes feel assertive and no-nonsense, leaning toward technical clarity and display-level impact rather than softness or calligraphic warmth.
The design appears intended to maximize impact and legibility in constrained widths by pairing tall proportions with sturdy, simplified geometry. The consistent rounded-rectangle curves suggest a deliberate system-driven approach aimed at producing a cohesive, modern-industrial voice across letters and numerals.
The superelliptical rounding is especially noticeable in curved characters and in the inner counters, giving the design a cohesive “rounded-rectangle” DNA. Spacing appears intentionally tight, reinforcing a vertical, columnar texture that suits stacked headlines and narrow layouts.