Sans Normal Afkoj 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EB Corp' by Eko Bimantara, 'Articulo' by Gilar Studio, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Miner' by Sign Studio, and 'Crique Grotesk' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, dynamic, sporty, confident, contemporary, clean, add motion, modern utility, display impact, clear readability, oblique, geometric, rounded, monolinear, open apertures.
A slanted, monolinear sans with rounded geometry and smooth, elliptical curves. Counters are generous and open, with clear apertures in letters like C, G, S, and e, supporting quick recognition. Terminals are largely clean and unadorned, and the overall construction leans geometric while staying slightly human in its rhythm through the oblique stance. Numerals follow the same streamlined, rounded logic, maintaining consistent stroke presence and compact, stable shapes.
Well-suited for headlines, posters, and brand marks where a modern, energetic voice is needed. It can work effectively for packaging, apparel, and sports-oriented or tech-adjacent identities, and performs best when given enough size and spacing to let the rounded counters and oblique rhythm read clearly.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, giving the type a sense of motion and assertiveness. Its clean curves and uncluttered detailing feel modern and practical, with a sporty, contemporary flavor that reads as confident rather than decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a straightforward, contemporary sans with a built-in sense of motion. By combining rounded, geometric construction with a consistent oblique stance and open apertures, it aims to be impactful and highly legible in display-forward contexts.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create momentum in text, while the open counters help prevent the heavy strokes from closing up at larger display sizes. Round letters (O/Q) are notably smooth and uniform, and the uppercase set keeps a crisp, simplified silhouette that pairs well with the more compact, utilitarian lowercase.