Sans Normal Lyris 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Sero' by FontFont, 'Anona' by Nova Type Foundry, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Agent Sans' by Positype, and 'Monsal Gothic' and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, friendly, retro, impact, motion, display, approachability, rounded, punchy, compact, slanted, smooth.
A very heavy, rounded sans with a consistent rightward slant and tightly controlled curves. Forms are built from broad, smooth strokes with softened corners and generous bowl shapes, creating sturdy silhouettes and clear counters even at large sizes. Terminals are clean and mostly blunt, and the italic construction reads as a true slanted design rather than a simple oblique, with a lively forward rhythm and slightly compact proportions across both uppercase and lowercase.
This font is well suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, event graphics, and punchy brand marks. It can also work effectively on packaging and merchandise—especially in athletic, lifestyle, or retro-inspired contexts—where bold italic emphasis helps create motion and visibility.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, projecting motion and confidence. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable while the strong weight and forward slant add urgency and impact, giving it a distinctly sporty, poster-like character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, modern-geometric voice, combining rounded sans construction with an assertive italic stance for speed and emphasis in display typography.
Uppercase shapes lean toward simple geometric construction with wide, open curves, while lowercase maintains a clean, single-storey feel where applicable and a robust dot treatment on i/j. Numerals match the letterforms with rounded, sturdy shapes and consistent stroke density, supporting cohesive headline settings.