Sans Superellipse Edlam 5 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, tech branding, ui labels, futuristic, technical, sporty, dynamic, sleek, space saving, modernization, speed cue, clean geometry, compact impact, rounded corners, squared curves, condensed, oblique, geometric.
A condensed, oblique sans with monoline strokes and a superelliptical construction that blends straight segments with rounded-rectangle curves. Terminals are clean and mostly horizontal or slightly angled, with softened corners that keep the forms crisp rather than friendly. Counters are compact and often rectangular-rounded, and overall spacing feels tight but controlled, producing an efficient, high-density texture. Figures follow the same squared-round logic, with open, angular joins and steady stroke modulation kept essentially even.
Best suited to headlines, signage, and branding where a compact, forward-leaning voice is beneficial. It can work well for tech and sports identities, product marks, packaging callouts, and UI labels where space is limited and a crisp, modern texture is desired.
The overall tone is fast and engineered—more aerodynamic than casual—suggesting contemporary tech, performance, and motion. Its squared curves and forward slant read as purposeful and modern, with a controlled, utilitarian confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver a streamlined, contemporary sans that communicates speed and precision while maintaining legibility through simplified, rounded-rectangular forms and consistent stroke weight.
In text, the narrow proportions create strong vertical rhythm and a consistent forward lean. The design emphasizes clarity through simplified shapes and reduced ornament, while the rounded corners prevent the geometry from feeling harsh.