Sans Normal Lymen 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Faculty' by Device, 'Croma Sans' by Hoftype, 'Niko' by Ludwig Type, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Nylo' by René Bieder, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, 'Kobern' by The Northern Block, and 'Bartosh' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, promotional graphics, sporty, dynamic, bold, energetic, assertive, impact, speed, emphasis, display, slanted, compact apertures, tight spacing, blunt terminals, rounded joins.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad, pressureless strokes and smoothly rounded curves paired with blunt, squared terminals. The letterforms feel compact in their counters and apertures, with a pronounced forward lean and a slightly condensed, muscular build that keeps silhouettes tight and punchy. Curves (C, G, O, S) are sturdy and circular-leaning, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Z) read sharp and stable, producing strong, high-ink shapes that hold together well at display sizes. Numerals are similarly weighty and simplified, with large, sturdy forms and minimal internal detail.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster titles, sports and fitness branding, product packaging callouts, and promotional graphics where strong emphasis is needed. It can work for brief subheads or price/feature bursts, but the dense interiors and slanted rhythm make it less comfortable for long-form copy.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, suggesting speed, impact, and competitive energy. Its strong slant and dense black shapes give it a headline-first personality suited to attention-grabbing, action-oriented messaging rather than quiet reading.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a fast, forward-moving stance, combining robust geometry and simplified details for strong legibility at large sizes and high-contrast contexts.
Round elements maintain consistent thickness, and joins stay smooth, avoiding calligraphic modulation. Some forms show tighter openings and reduced counters, which increases punch and presence but can reduce clarity when set small or tightly tracked.