Sans Normal Lyrub 14 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Pluto' and 'Supria Sans Condensed' by HVD Fonts, and 'Samplex' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, confident, retro, impact, motion, display, emphasis, oblique, blocky, rounded, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact proportions and strongly rounded outer curves. Strokes are thick and uniform enough to read as solid blocks, with gently softened corners and wide, open bowls that keep counters from clogging at display sizes. The slant is consistent across the set, and many terminals are cut on a diagonal, reinforcing a forward-leaning rhythm. Overall spacing feels sturdy and slightly tight, producing a dense, poster-ready texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and logo or wordmark work where the oblique stance can amplify momentum. It can also serve for sports or event branding and bold promotional graphics, especially when set with ample tracking or generous line spacing to manage its dense texture.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, action-oriented feel driven by the pronounced slant and substantial weight. Its rounded construction keeps it friendly rather than aggressive, while the compact massing projects confidence and immediacy. The overall impression leans classic display—bold, dynamic, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a streamlined, rounded sans structure, pairing strong mass with an energetic slant for motion and emphasis. It aims to stay highly legible at large sizes while projecting a bold, contemporary-display voice with retro-sport undertones.
Round characters like O, Q, and 0 emphasize near-circular geometry with generous counters, while angled joins and diagonal cuts add motion. The lowercase maintains clear differentiation from caps, and the numerals are built with the same broad, rounded logic for consistent color in mixed text.