Sans Superellipse Fykup 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Miura' by DSType, 'Itoya' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block, and 'Rohyt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, packaging, app ui, sporty, impactful, techy, energetic, confident, convey speed, maximize impact, modernize tone, branding emphasis, display clarity, rounded corners, squared curves, oblique, blocky, compact.
A heavy, oblique sans with squared-off curves and generously rounded corners, giving many forms a superellipse/rounded-rectangle skeleton. Strokes are uniform and dense, with tight internal counters and broad terminals that stay crisp rather than calligraphic. The design leans on straightened bowls and softened corners (notably in round letters and numerals), creating a compact, aerodynamic silhouette. Spacing reads sturdy and somewhat tight at display sizes, reinforcing a bold, poster-like rhythm.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as sports identities, event graphics, posters, and promotional headlines where the slant can imply motion. It can also work for packaging and UI accents (labels, buttons, hero text) when a bold, modern voice is desired, though its density makes it less ideal for long reading at smaller sizes.
The overall tone is forceful and energetic, with a sporty, forward-leaning motion. Its rounded-square geometry adds a modern, tech-industrial feel while staying friendly rather than aggressive. The weight and slant together suggest speed, performance, and confidence.
The letterforms appear designed to maximize presence and speed: a strong oblique stance paired with rounded-square geometry for a contemporary, engineered look. The consistent stroke weight and compact counters suggest an intention toward durable, high-contrast-in-use display typography rather than delicate refinement.
Uppercase forms appear especially wide-shouldered and stable, while lowercase retains a utilitarian, blocky construction with simplified joins. Numerals match the same rounded-square logic, producing strong, sign-like figures that hold up well in large settings.