Sans Normal Kodey 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akko Paneuropean' by Linotype and 'Gardenia' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, signage, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, punchy, impact, motion, modern branding, display focus, attention, slanted, geometric, rounded, compact, clean.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth curve-to-stem joins. The strokes are robust and largely uniform, producing solid color and a clear, contemporary rhythm. Counters are moderately open and the overall proportions feel slightly condensed, with capitals kept compact and lowercase forms built for strong presence at display sizes. Numerals are sturdy and straightforward, matching the letterforms’ rounded geometry and consistent stroke weight.
Best suited to headlines, poster typography, and brand marks where a strong, dynamic voice is needed. It can also work well for sports or event graphics, packaging callouts, and short navigational signage, especially at medium to large sizes where the compact, slanted shapes stay crisp and impactful.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with the rightward slant adding motion and a sense of speed. Its dense weight and clean shapes read as modern and purposeful, leaning toward a sporty, promotional feel rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-energy sans that reads quickly and projects confidence. Its simplified geometry and pronounced slant prioritize visual momentum and bold presence for display-forward communication.
Letterforms show simplified terminals and minimal detailing, favoring bold silhouettes over delicate modulation. Round characters (such as O, Q, and e) retain smooth, even curvature, while diagonals (like V, W, X, and Z) emphasize the font’s brisk, angled momentum.