Sans Normal Likir 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Elisar DT' and 'Elisar DT Infant' by DTP Types, 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block, 'Morph' by TipoType, and 'Rehn' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, friendly, confident, contemporary, impact, motion, bold branding, attention, rounded, soft terminals, compact, punchy, oblique.
A very heavy, oblique sans with rounded construction and smooth, low-contrast strokes. The letterforms feel compact and tightly built, with broad curves and soft terminals that keep the weight from feeling harsh. Counters are relatively small for the heft, and the overall rhythm is dense and energetic, reading as a bold, modern display style while remaining clean and uncluttered.
Best suited for large sizes where its dense weight and slanted stance can deliver impact—headlines, posters, campaign graphics, and bold brand marks. It also fits energetic contexts like sports and fitness branding, as well as packaging or labels that need strong shelf presence.
The tone is assertive and high-energy, with a sporty, forward-leaning momentum. Rounded shapes add approachability, balancing the strong black mass with a friendly, contemporary feel.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis with a modern, rounded sans voice, using a consistent oblique slant to suggest speed and momentum. The heavy strokes and compact counters prioritize visual punch and confident presence in short-form copy.
The oblique slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, helping text blocks maintain a continuous sense of motion. Curved letters (like O/C/S) stay smooth and full, while diagonals (like K/V/W/X) look sturdy and strongly weighted, contributing to a punchy, headline-ready texture.