Sans Superellipse Tyna 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types; 'Dharma Gothic', 'Dharma Gothic P', 'Dharma Gothic Rounded', and 'Dharma Slab' by Dharma Type; and 'Maleo' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, sporty, punchy, urgent, retro, confident, impact, speed, space-saving, branding, display clarity, condensed, rounded, slanted, blocky, ink-trap hints.
A compact, slanted sans with heavy, rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes stay largely uniform, creating a dense, low-modulation texture, while tight counters and narrow apertures reinforce a compressed, high-impact silhouette. Curves read as superelliptical rather than circular, and many joins show subtly notched or pinched transitions that help maintain clarity at weight. Overall spacing is tight and the rhythm is energetic, with consistent forward lean and sturdy verticals.
Best suited to short, high-contrast messaging such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness identities, packaging callouts, and logo wordmarks where compact width and strong color are assets. It also works for subheads and labels when generous tracking and line spacing are used to preserve readability.
The tone is assertive and kinetic, evoking sports branding and action-oriented headlines. Its condensed heft and forward slant lend a sense of speed and urgency, while the rounded geometry keeps the voice friendly rather than harsh. The result feels contemporary with a nod to retro display vernacular.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, pairing a consistent italic slant with rounded, superelliptical forms for a fast, modern display voice. Its sturdy construction and slightly notched joins suggest an emphasis on maintaining recognizable shapes at heavy weight.
The numerals and capitals hold a strong, poster-like presence, and the lowercase maintains a tall, compact profile that keeps word shapes punchy. The rounded terminals and squarish bowls create a distinctive, uniform “stamped” feel, especially in all-caps settings.