Sans Normal Obkog 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Noda', 'Noda Arabic', and 'Noda Arabic 2' by NumidiaType; 'Glimp' by OneSevenPointFive; and 'Goldbill' by Wahyu and Sani Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, sporty, punchy, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, geometric, rounded, compact, blocky, clean.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded bowls and strongly weighted verticals. Curves are built from near-circular shapes, while joins and terminals stay crisp and square, creating a clean, cut-out feel. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and the overall rhythm is steady and compact, with short arms and simple, efficient construction across letters and figures.
Best suited for headlines and short blocks of text where strong typographic color is desired—posters, branding, packaging, and signage in particular. Its solid shapes and open counters help it stay readable in bold UI labels or wayfinding when set with generous tracking and line spacing.
The tone is bold and direct, combining a friendly roundness with an assertive, no-nonsense presence. It reads as contemporary and energetic, with a hint of utilitarian signage character suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended as a robust, geometric display sans that prioritizes impact and clarity. It aims to deliver a modern, approachable voice while maintaining the structural simplicity needed for consistent reproduction across print and digital applications.
Distinctive details include a single-storey “a” and “g”, a compact “t” with a short crossbar, and sturdy, simplified numerals designed to hold up at large sizes. The capital set feels especially poster-oriented, with wide, stable forms and minimal modulation that keeps the color even across lines.