Sans Superellipse Hikur 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Troyline' by Sarid Ezra (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, labels, playful, friendly, retro, punchy, casual, space saving, friendly display, graphic impact, retro signage, rounded, chunky, soft-cornered, compact, quirky.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense, blocky silhouettes and sturdy counters. Terminals tend to be blunt and squared-off rather than tapered, and curves resolve into superelliptical bowls that keep forms stable and geometric. The overall rhythm is tight and vertical, with small apertures and condensed spacing that make the texture feel bold and unified.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, display copy, posters, logo wordmarks, packaging, and label systems where its dense weight and rounded-rectangular shapes can carry personality. It works well for playful brands, casual editorial callouts, and bold UI or wayfinding moments where a friendly, compact emphasis is needed.
The rounded, chunky geometry gives the face a friendly, humorous tone with a hint of retro signage. Its dense color and soft corners feel approachable rather than aggressive, making it read as upbeat and informal. The slightly quirky proportions add character, suggesting a handcrafted sensibility while staying clean and graphic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining an approachable, rounded tone. Its superelliptical bowls and blunt terminals prioritize a strong, consistent silhouette for display use, aiming for a retro-leaning, graphic voice that remains clean and legible in bold applications.
Uppercase forms read especially solid and poster-like, while lowercase maintains the same blocky logic with simplified joins and compact bowls. Numerals match the heavy, rounded construction, keeping a consistent visual weight across mixed text. The font’s tight internal spaces mean it prefers breathing room in layout and benefits from modest tracking at smaller sizes.