Sans Superellipse Gakev 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dharma Gothic' by Dharma Type, 'Sharp Grotesk Latin' and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype, and 'Herokid' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, promos, sporty, aggressive, dynamic, compact, impactful, space saving, high impact, speed cue, modern display, condensed, oblique, blocky, rounded corners, square-rounds.
A compact, oblique sans with tightly condensed proportions and heavy, uniform stroke weight. Forms lean forward consistently, with broad, rounded-rectangle counters and corners that read more superelliptical than circular. Curves are flattened and squared-off, and terminals are largely blunt, giving letters a strong, blocky silhouette. Spacing is snug and rhythm is driven by vertical strokes and narrow apertures, producing dense lines that hold together well at display sizes.
Best suited to high-impact headlines, posters, and promotional graphics where a condensed footprint and strong presence are needed. It can work well for sports branding, event titles, and packaging callouts, especially when set large and with ample line spacing to avoid a crowded texture.
The tone is forceful and kinetic, with a forward slant and compressed build that suggest speed and urgency. Its chunky, squared-round geometry feels industrial and sporty, projecting confidence and punch rather than softness or delicacy.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum visual punch in minimal horizontal space, using a consistent oblique stance and rounded-rectangular construction to create a modern, sporty display voice.
The design emphasizes a tall, prominent lowercase presence and simplified interior shapes that stay legible under heavy weight. Numerals and capitals maintain the same compact, leaned construction, supporting headline settings where space is limited and impact is the priority.