Sans Faceted Niki 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Jetlab' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, sports branding, industrial, techno, futuristic, sporty, utilitarian, impact, compactness, technical feel, geometric consistency, octagonal, angular, condensed, modular, blocky.
This typeface is built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with crisp planar facets that create an octagonal, machined silhouette. Strokes are heavy and uniform with tight internal counters, giving letters a compact, high-ink presence and a distinctly vertical rhythm. Joins and terminals are squared and chamfered, and rounded forms (like O, C, G, and 0) resolve into geometric, cut-off arcs. Numerals and capitals share a consistent, engineered geometry, while lowercase maintains the same faceted construction for a cohesive, system-like texture.
It performs best in short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logotypes, product marks, and packaging where a rugged, technical feel is desired. It also suits sports branding, game/UI titles, and signage-style graphics that benefit from a compact, stenciled-industrial impression.
The overall tone feels mechanical and purposeful, evoking stamped metal, equipment labeling, and sci‑fi interface typography. Its sharp corners and dense color create an assertive, performance-oriented voice that reads as modern, technical, and no-nonsense.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, space-efficient sans with a distinctive faceted construction, prioritizing a strong silhouette and a consistent chamfered geometry over soft curves. The goal seems to be a contemporary, industrial display voice that remains structured and systematic across letters and numerals.
The condensed proportions and tight apertures emphasize a strong vertical cadence, while the repeated chamfer motif provides visual continuity across the set. The faceting keeps forms legible at display sizes where the angular details can register clearly.