Sans Superellipse Ordiy 5 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mothem' by Gerobuck; 'Afsane', 'Bamdad', 'Iranica', and 'Jekta' by Naghi Naghachian; and 'Carbon' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, industrial, athletic, retro, assertive, utilitarian, impact, space saving, durability, systematic geometry, display clarity, condensed, blocky, stencil-like, rounded corners, compact spacing.
This typeface is a compact, condensed sans with heavy vertical strokes and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into broad, squared-off bowls and terminals, creating a superelliptical feel rather than fully circular forms. Counters are tight and often rectangular, with apertures that stay relatively closed, giving the design a dense, poster-ready color. Stroke endings are mostly flat with subtly softened corners, and the overall rhythm is steady and vertical, with minimal ornament and strong, simplified geometry.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display settings where strong presence and efficient width are useful. It can work well in sports branding, labels, and signage systems that benefit from bold, simplified letterforms and consistent geometric rhythm.
The overall tone is forceful and pragmatic, with a sporty, industrial edge. Its compressed width and squared curves suggest scoreboard, jersey, and equipment-marking aesthetics, evoking a functional, no-nonsense voice with a mild retro flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a narrow footprint, using rounded-rectilinear forms to keep the texture solid and uniform. It prioritizes clarity at distance and a tough, engineered character over softness or calligraphic nuance.
The lowercase maintains a straightforward, sturdy structure with compact bowls and short joins, while figures follow the same rounded-rectangle logic for a cohesive set. The design’s tight counters and strong vertical emphasis favor impact over delicate detail, especially as sizes get smaller.