Sans Superellipse Manay 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Febrotesk 4F' by 4th february, 'Ciutadella Rounded' and 'Isotonic' by Emtype Foundry, 'Panton' by Fontfabric, and 'DINosaur' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, friendly, retro, energetic, playful, approachability, impact, motion, modernity, rounded, soft corners, slanted, geometric, high contrast counters.
A heavily rounded, slanted sans with a compact, sturdy build and consistent stroke thickness. Letterforms lean forward with smooth superellipse-like curves and softened terminals, creating a cushioned, aerodynamic silhouette. Counters tend to be squarish-rounded rather than circular, and joins are clean and simplified, keeping the texture even and blocky. Numerals follow the same rounded-rect geometry, with broad forms and generous internal space for clarity at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and prominent display settings where its rounded, energetic forms can carry personality—such as branding, packaging, posters, and sports or lifestyle graphics. It can also work for short UI labels or section headers when a friendly, high-impact voice is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and kinetic, combining a sporty forward lean with friendly, soft-edged shapes. Its rounded geometry reads approachable and slightly retro, while the steady rhythm and compact density add punch and confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, fast-moving presence without sharpness, using rounded superellipse construction to stay approachable while still feeling strong and modern.
The face maintains a consistent geometric logic across caps, lowercase, and figures, with minimal ornament and an emphasis on smooth curvature. The slant and wide, rounded terminals help keep word shapes lively and cohesive in short bursts of text.