Sans Normal Makum 2 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Peridot Latin' and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5, 'HD Colton' by HyperDeluxe, 'MN Newthon' by Mantra Naga Studio, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, sporty, dynamic, assertive, retro, impact, motion, display, branding, oblique, slanted, rounded, compact apertures, tapered joins.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and rounded, compact counters. Strokes are weighty and fairly even, with subtle modulation created by angled terminals and tapered joins that keep large shapes from feeling static. Curves are full and smooth, while diagonals and cross-strokes emphasize a forward slant; apertures tend to be tight, producing dense, high-impact word shapes. Numerals follow the same robust, rounded construction and read best at larger sizes where the interior space can breathe.
This font is well suited to attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, event posters, sports and fitness branding, and bold packaging callouts. It also works effectively for logo wordmarks or short display lines where a fast, dynamic voice is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and forceful, with a forward-leaning stance that suggests motion and urgency. Its chunky forms and rounded geometry give it a familiar, slightly retro athletic feel, balancing friendliness with punchy confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sense of speed, using wide, rounded forms and an oblique angle to project motion. Its compact apertures and strong black shapes prioritize presence and brandability over extended text readability.
The strong slant and closed-in counters can reduce clarity in long passages, but they help create distinctive silhouettes for headlines and short phrases. Letterforms appear intentionally compact in their interior spaces, enhancing a bold, poster-like rhythm.