Sans Normal Lykoh 8 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BR Nebula' and 'BR Shape' by Brink, 'Uniform Italic' by Miller Type Foundry, 'Bozon' and 'Qualion' by ROHH, and 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, punchy, upbeat, confident, retro, impact, motion, display, attention, rounded, blocky, slanted, geometric, soft corners.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad proportions and compact counters. The letterforms are built from chunky geometric shapes with noticeably rounded curves and softened corners, balanced by crisp, straight terminals. Curves tend toward circular bowls (notably in O, Q, and lowercase o), while diagonals and cross-strokes read as sturdy wedges, giving the design a slightly “cut” look in letters like S, a, and g. Spacing appears generous for the weight, helping the dense forms stay open in display settings, while the overall rhythm remains consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, and promotional graphics where its weight and slant can deliver immediacy. It can also work for branding, packaging, and sports or event identity systems that benefit from a friendly but forceful presence; for longer passages it will typically perform better at larger sizes with ample line spacing.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a friendly roundedness that keeps it approachable rather than aggressive. The forward slant and chunky construction suggest motion and impact, lending a sporty, headline-driven character with a mild retro signage feel.
The design appears intended as a modern display sans that combines geometric roundness with a dynamic forward slant, prioritizing bold silhouettes and quick recognition. Its forms emphasize impact and momentum while keeping counters and curves smooth enough to feel inviting.
The design leans on circular geometry for bowls and dots, paired with angular joins and flattened terminals that create a strong, graphic silhouette. Numerals match the alphabet’s mass and curvature, reading as sturdy and attention-getting at larger sizes.