Sans Normal Olbaj 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pranksy AOE' by Astigmatic and 'Kaglia' by Letterhend (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, social media, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, informal, approachability, playfulness, display impact, brand warmth, human feel, rounded, soft, bouncy, quirky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft terminals and gently irregular, hand-cut geometry. Strokes are thick and mostly monoline, with broad curves and subtly uneven verticals that create a lively, slightly wobbly rhythm. Counters are open and generously sized for the weight, and many joins are smoothed rather than sharply cornered. Overall spacing reads compact but not cramped, with sturdy letterforms that hold together well in large blocks of text.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display text where its chunky weight and playful rhythm can be appreciated. It works well for friendly branding, packaging, and promotional graphics, and can add warmth to social media layouts or event materials. For long-form reading, it is likely most comfortable at larger sizes with ample line spacing.
The tone is cheerful and approachable, with a casual, slightly eccentric bounce that feels human and upbeat. Its rounded forms and mild irregularity lean toward a retro, kid-friendly warmth rather than a strict, engineered neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver an approachable, characterful sans that feels hand-shaped while remaining clean and highly legible. It aims to balance bold presence with rounded friendliness, offering a distinctive voice for modern, casual communication.
Diagonal-heavy letters and numerals show a mild tilt-and-wobble effect that adds personality, while round characters (like O/0 and 8/9) stay notably full and stable. The lowercase includes single-storey forms (notably a and g), reinforcing the informal, contemporary display feel.