Sans Superellipse Esguf 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Carnac' and 'Carnas' by Hoftype, 'JH Oleph' by JH Fonts, 'Azbuka' by Monotype, 'Malebu' by Muykyta, 'Core Sans N SC' by S-Core, 'Accord Alternate' by Soneri Type, and 'Kongress' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, friendly, display impact, speed, modern branding, approachability, rounded, soft corners, oblique, geometric, wide apertures.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are broadly consistent with little visible contrast, and curves read as superelliptical rather than perfectly circular, giving bowls and counters a compact, engineered feel. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) with sturdy terminals and open apertures, while the uppercase is clean and geometric with slightly squared rounding. Figures are similarly robust and compact, designed to hold their shape at display sizes.
Best suited to attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging where a compact, high-impact sans is needed. The rounded geometry and strong slant also fit motion-oriented contexts like sports, fitness, and tech-forward marketing.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a sporty, contemporary voice. Rounded geometry keeps the weight from feeling aggressive, adding a friendly, approachable edge while still projecting confidence and impact.
The design appears intended as a modern display italic that combines geometric, rounded-rectangle construction with a heavy, high-energy presence. It aims to deliver bold emphasis and forward motion while maintaining friendly, softened contours for broad commercial appeal.
The italic slant is assertive and consistent, creating strong directional rhythm in words and lines. Counters and joins stay roomy for the weight, helping the dense forms remain legible and punchy in headlines.