Sans Normal Osrun 13 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, reverse italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Balbek Pro Cut' by Valentino Vergan (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, punchy, retro, assertive, playful, impact, motion, compactness, attention, slanted, compact, blocky, rounded, heavy.
A heavy, compact sans with a strong left-leaning slant and tight internal counters. Strokes are broadly uniform with softly rounded curves, while terminals are mostly blunt and squared off, creating a sturdy, poster-like silhouette. The proportions are condensed and upright elements feel slightly compressed, giving the alphabet a dense rhythm; round letters like O and C read as tall ovals, and diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are steep and weighty. Numerals share the same robust build, with simple, high-impact shapes that stay clear at display sizes.
This font performs best in attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and bold brand marks. It also fits sports and event graphics, where compact width and forceful shapes help messages stay readable at a distance.
The overall tone is loud and energetic, with a forward-driving, competitive feel. Its chunky shapes and dramatic slant evoke retro signage and sports headline typography, projecting confidence and immediacy while still feeling friendly due to the rounded construction.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, combining condensed proportions with a pronounced slant for motion and emphasis. The rounded, low-detail construction supports fast recognition and consistent texture in display settings.
In continuous text the strong slant and dense spacing create a pronounced texture, making it best suited to short bursts rather than long reading. The bold joins and compact apertures can darken quickly at smaller sizes, but they also contribute to a cohesive, high-impact word shape.