Sans Superellipse Gumoj 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hurdle' by Umka Type, 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH, and 'Manifest' by Yasin Yalcin (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, tech, utilitarian, sporty, authoritative, impact, modernize, compactness, clarity, branding, squared, rounded corners, condensed caps, blocky, closed apertures.
A heavy, squared sans built from rounded-rectangle geometry, with corners consistently softened and curves tending toward superelliptical bowls. Strokes are thick and even, with compact counters and generally closed apertures that create a sturdy, block-like color on the page. Proportions favor tall, condensed capitals and a sturdy lowercase with short-to-moderate extenders, while wide letters like M and W remain tightly constructed. Terminals are mostly flat and horizontal/vertical, reinforcing a machined, sign-paint-free silhouette and strong grid-like rhythm.
This font suits headline-driven work where strong silhouettes matter: posters, branding, packaging, and wayfinding or display signage. It can also fit interface or product labeling contexts that benefit from compact, high-impact letterforms, especially when used for short strings or titles rather than extended reading.
The overall tone feels industrial and technical, with a no-nonsense, equipment-label confidence. Its rounded corners soften the severity just enough to read as modern and approachable rather than harsh, lending a sporty, contemporary voice suited to bold statements.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-impact sans with a geometric, rounded-rect framework—prioritizing presence, consistency, and a manufactured feel. Its condensed caps and sturdy strokes emphasize clarity and authority in display settings while keeping the tone contemporary through softened corners.
Round letters (such as O and Q) appear squarish with generous corner radii, and the numerals follow the same rounded-rectangle logic for a cohesive alphanumeric set. The dense interior spaces and tight detailing suggest it performs best when given enough size or spacing to keep counters from filling in visually.