Sans Superellipse Etlur 2 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Korolev' by Device, 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Robusta' by Tilde, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, modern, urgent, space saving, convey speed, high impact, modernize tone, condensed, slanted, rounded, geometric, compact.
A compact, forward-leaning sans with tightly drawn proportions and a strong, consistent rhythm. Strokes are sturdy and even, with rounded corners and softened terminals that keep the dense letterforms from feeling brittle. Curves lean toward superelliptical geometry—ovals and bowls read like rounded rectangles—while counters stay relatively small, reinforcing a solid, poster-ready color. The overall fit is tight and economical, with a brisk rightward slant that pushes the texture into a continuous, fast-moving line.
Best suited for display typography where a dense, high-impact line can carry the message—headlines, poster titling, campaign graphics, and brand marks that need a sense of speed. It also fits energetic product packaging and apparel or sports-related applications, where condensed slanted forms help maximize presence in limited space.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a streamlined, athletic feel. Its condensed, slanted stance suggests speed and momentum, while the rounded geometry keeps the voice approachable rather than harsh. The result feels contemporary and performance-minded, suited to messaging that needs to read as active and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, space-efficient voice with a sense of motion, using rounded superelliptical forms to balance strength with approachability. Its compact construction and consistent stroke treatment prioritize bold legibility and a unified texture in short-to-medium runs of text.
In the samples, the font maintains a uniform, punchy texture across mixed-case text, and the numerals follow the same compact, rounded logic, reading clearly at display sizes. The shapes favor simple, efficient construction over calligraphic nuance, which helps maintain consistency in longer headlines and punchy statements.