Sans Normal Lyniv 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Standard' by Berthold, 'Fusion Collection' by Blaze Type, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, assertive, energetic, modern, bold, impact, momentum, display, attention, oblique, blocky, rounded, punchy, compact.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and tightly packed counters that create a dense, poster-like texture. Forms are built from rounded rectangles and smooth curves, with blunt terminals and minimal stroke modulation for an even, solid color on the page. The italic slant is consistent and fairly steep, and the overall geometry favors sturdy bowls and wide shoulders (notably in B, D, O, P, and R). Numerals are similarly weighty and open, designed to read clearly at large sizes with strong silhouette and simplified interior space.
Best suited to headlines, logos, and short bursts of text where impact matters—such as sports branding, event promotion, packaging callouts, and social graphics. It can work for subheads in editorial or marketing layouts when given ample size and spacing to maintain clarity.
The tone is loud and confident, with a fast, forward-leaning momentum that feels athletic and promotional. Its mass and slant give it a sense of urgency and impact, while the rounded construction keeps it friendly rather than aggressive.
Likely designed to deliver maximum presence with an energetic slant and simple, rounded construction, prioritizing strong silhouettes and a consistent, high-impact rhythm for display typography.
The heaviest joins and short apertures (especially in letters like a, e, and s) emphasize a compact, inky texture that benefits from generous tracking in longer lines. Curves remain smooth and stable, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are thick and emphatic, reinforcing the display-driven personality.