Sans Normal Tylij 5 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Castle EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Castle' by Linotype, 'Artigua' by Picador, 'Newbery Sans Pro' by Sudtipos, 'Indecise' by Tipo Pèpel, 'TS Castle' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Castle' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, chunky, retro, playful, punchy, impact, approachability, retro flavor, display clarity, soft corners, bulbous, compact, high impact, rounded joins.
A heavy, compact sans with broad, rounded forms and softly squared terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with gentle modulation, and counters are relatively small, creating strong color on the page. Curves are smooth and slightly swollen, while straight strokes feel sturdy and block-like; junctions are rounded rather than sharp, which keeps the overall silhouette approachable. The lowercase is simple and robust, and the numerals are wide and weighty with clear, open shapes suited to display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and other short-form display settings where weight and presence are needed. It can work well for branding and packaging that benefits from a friendly, retro-leaning boldness, and for signage or labels where forms need to read quickly at a glance.
The tone is bold and upbeat, combining a retro poster feel with a friendly, contemporary softness. Its chunky geometry and rounded details read as confident and approachable rather than austere, giving it a playful, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with an approachable personality, using rounded, chunky construction to stay readable while feeling playful and distinctive in display applications.
In the sample text, the dense letterforms create a strong texture that holds up well at large sizes, but can look tight and heavy in longer paragraphs. The overall rhythm is energetic, with noticeably full bowls and sturdy stems that emphasize impact over delicacy.