Sans Superellipse Asleg 9 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
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This typeface is a condensed, monoline sans with rounded-rectangle (superelliptic) curves and a consistently thin stroke. Proportions are tall and space-efficient, with compact counters and softly squared terminals that keep round letters like O/C/G feeling gently flattened rather than purely circular. Curves transition smoothly into straights, and joins stay crisp, giving the design a controlled, engineered rhythm. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a compact, rounded e, and a simple, straight-backed n/m; figures are similarly lean with open, legible forms.
It works well for headlines and short text where a narrow footprint is useful, such as posters, packaging, and space-constrained branding. The clean, softened geometry also suits interface labels and signage/wayfinding when set with adequate size and line spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is modern and restrained, with an airy, refined presence that reads as technical and contemporary rather than expressive or playful. Its softened geometry adds approachability while maintaining a precise, utilitarian feel.
The design appears intended to provide a space-saving sans with a recognizable superelliptic skeleton—balancing strict vertical efficiency with softened corners for a contemporary, friendly technical look.
Spacing appears deliberately tight and economical, reinforcing the condensed silhouette and making the texture feel vertical and even in paragraphs. The rounded-square construction is especially noticeable in bowls and apertures, which lends a distinctive, quietly futuristic character without relying on decoration.