Sans Superellipse Tilod 12 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Blue Creek' and 'Blue Creek Rounded' by ActiveSphere, 'Convicted JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Hype Vol 1' by Positype, and 'Graphique Next' by profonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, signage, industrial, stamped, rugged, condensed, poster, space-saving, high impact, vintage print, workwear tone, signage voice, blocky, rounded corners, inked texture, uniform weight, compact.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, uniform strokes and softly squared, superellipse-like curves. Counters are small and apertures are tight, giving the letters a dense, vertical rhythm with minimal contrast. Terminals are blunt with subtly rounded corners, and the outlines show an intentionally roughened edge that reads like inking, stamping, or letterpress wear. Overall spacing feels economical and upright, favoring tall proportions and a strong, blocky silhouette.
Best suited for short-to-medium headlines, posters, product packaging, and label-style graphics where a strong condensed voice is needed. It also works well for signage-inspired compositions and punchy subheads, especially when you want a tactile, printed character to come through.
The font conveys a tough, utilitarian tone—part industrial signage, part vintage stamp impression. Its compressed width and worn texture create urgency and grit, suggesting workwear labels, crates, and bold editorial callouts rather than refined corporate polish.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, combining compact proportions with a sturdy, uniform stroke and a deliberately weathered finish. Its rounded-rectangle construction keeps forms readable while the distressed edge adds a handcrafted, analog print impression.
The texture is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, helping maintain a cohesive “printed” look. Narrow joins and tight counters become more prominent in smaller sizes, while larger settings emphasize the distinctive rounded-rectangle construction and the distressed edge.