Sans Superellipse Mepa 10 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Mellow' by S-Core and 'Carbon' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
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A compact, forward-leaning sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft corners throughout. Strokes are thick and even-feeling with subtle modulation, and terminals tend to be cleanly rounded, giving the forms a streamlined, engineered look. Counters are tight and ovalled, joins are smooth, and curves (notably in C, G, S, and 0) keep a consistent superelliptical rhythm. The overall color is dense and uniform, with slightly squarish bowls and a crisp, controlled slant.
Best used for short-to-medium display copy where you want strong emphasis: headlines, posters, title treatments, brand marks, and packaging callouts. It can also work for sports and automotive-style graphics, labels, and promotional typography where compact width and a dynamic slant help fit text into tight spaces while staying bold and legible.
The font reads as fast, modern, and athletic, with a hint of mid‑century display attitude. Its rounded geometry keeps it friendly, while the compressed proportions and slanted stance add urgency and impact. The tone feels well-suited to bold statements rather than quiet, literary text.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed, high-impact italic voice built from rounded, superelliptical forms. It prioritizes speed and presence—dense texture, sturdy shapes, and consistent rounding—aimed at contemporary display typography with a subtly retro, engineered flavor.
Distinctive, compact shapes make capitals feel signage-like, while the lowercase stays clear and sturdy at display sizes. Numerals are heavy and rounded, matching the letterforms closely and maintaining strong presence in mixed settings.