Sans Normal Libud 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Epoca Pro' by Hoftype, 'Neue Frutiger Hebrew' and 'Neue Frutiger Vietnamese' by Linotype, 'MVB Solitaire Pro' by MVB, and 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, urgent, confident, loud, contemporary, impact, momentum, modernity, visibility, bold branding, heavy, slanted, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with broad proportions and tightly enclosed counters. Curves are smooth and full, with rounded terminals and a consistent, low-variation stroke color that reads as solid and blocky. The uppercase feels compact and muscular, while the lowercase shows simplified, geometric constructions with single-storey forms and sturdy joins. Numerals match the weight and stance, producing a dense, high-ink silhouette with strong horizontal emphasis.
Best suited to short, high-visibility settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and promotional graphics where a strong slanted emphasis helps create movement. It can also work for punchy subheads or callouts, especially in sports, fitness, and contemporary lifestyle contexts where bold, compact letterforms are desirable.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a forward-leaning motion that suggests speed and momentum. Its dense shapes and strong presence convey confidence and impact, leaning toward a contemporary, sporty voice rather than a delicate or literary one.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a fast, modern stance—combining heavy weight, wide set, and rounded geometry to remain approachable while still reading as powerful. It prioritizes visual punch and rhythm in display typography over subtle detail.
Spacing and internal apertures appear relatively tight at display sizes, reinforcing a compact, high-impact texture. The italic angle is pronounced enough to create clear directional rhythm in text, while the rounded geometry keeps the personality friendly rather than aggressive.