Sans Superellipse Arris 12 is a very light, very wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
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A geometric sans built from rounded-rectangle and superellipse forms, with consistent monoline strokes and softly squared curves. The proportions favor generous width and open counters, producing an airy, low-density texture in text. Terminals are smoothly rounded and corners are uniformly radiused, giving the alphabet a modular, constructed feel. Bowls and shoulders stay close to rectangular geometry, while diagonals (as in V, W, and Z) remain crisp against the otherwise curved system. Figures follow the same rounded architecture, including a slashed zero and simplified, open shapes across the set.
This font suits display-forward applications where its superelliptical geometry can be appreciated—technology branding, product titling, posters, and editorial headings. It can also work for UI labels and navigation when set with ample size and spacing, where the open counters and rounded construction remain clear. For extended text, it performs best in short paragraphs or large-size settings that preserve its fine linear presence.
The overall tone is sleek and contemporary, suggesting a tech-forward, interface-oriented aesthetic. Its rounded geometry softens the engineering precision, lending a friendly, approachable futurism rather than an austere one. The wide stance and open shapes create a calm, spacious rhythm that reads as modern and intentionally designed.
The design appears intended to translate rounded-rectangle geometry into a coherent text system, balancing strict modular construction with readable, open letterforms. It prioritizes a distinctive contemporary silhouette and consistent curvature over traditional grotesque detailing, aiming for a clean, futuristic voice across letters and numerals.
Several lowercase forms lean toward single-storey constructions with minimal joins, reinforcing the font’s streamlined, schematic character. The uniform stroke and rounded corners make it especially sensitive to size: at smaller settings the thin lines may appear delicate, while at larger sizes the geometry becomes a defining visual feature.