Sans Superellipse Ilsu 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Core Sans N' by S-Core, 'Florida Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Florida' by TypeShop Collection, 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Klein' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, sporty, energetic, playful, confident, retro, impact, motion, display, branding, emphasis, slanted, chunky, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with compact, rounded forms and a distinctly sculpted silhouette. Strokes are thick and consistent, with softened corners and oval/superelliptical counters that keep the texture dense and even. Many letters show angled terminals and occasional notched cut-ins at joins, giving the shapes a carved, dynamic feel. Curves are full and bouncy while straight strokes lean strongly, producing a fast rhythm and bold, high-impact word shapes.
Best suited to short, bold copy such as headlines, posters, event promos, and brand marks where the strong slant and dense color can carry the message. It can also work for packaging and apparel graphics that benefit from a sporty, energetic tone. For longer passages or small sizes, the weight and tight texture may feel heavy, so it’s most effective as a display face.
The overall tone feels sporty and high-energy, with a playful toughness that reads as action-oriented and attention-seeking. Its aggressive slant and chunky geometry suggest motion and confidence, while the rounded interiors keep it friendly rather than harsh. The result is a retro-leaning display voice suited to bold, expressive messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sense of speed and motion. By combining rounded, superelliptical construction with sharp, angled terminals and cut-in details, it aims to feel both friendly and forceful—optimized for attention-grabbing, brand-forward display use.
Spacing appears relatively tight in running text, creating a solid black mass that works best at larger sizes. The numerals are similarly robust and rounded, matching the font’s compact, punchy silhouette and maintaining consistent presence alongside uppercase and lowercase.