Sans Faceted Abdib 12 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka; 'Panton' by Fontfabric; 'Nudista' by Suitcase Type Foundry; and 'Boxed', 'Boxed Round', and 'Itaca' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, signage, labels, industrial, athletic, techy, retro, impact, signage clarity, geometric styling, retro-tech feel, octagonal, chamfered, angular, blocky, geometric.
This typeface is built from straight strokes and consistent chamfered corners, replacing curves with crisp facets that form octagonal counters and terminals. Stems are thick and even, with squared-off joins and a sturdy, compact feel. Uppercase shapes read as strong, blocklike constructions, while the lowercase keeps a simplified, geometric structure with clear, mechanical proportions. Numerals follow the same faceted logic, emphasizing hard corners and stable silhouettes for high-impact display settings.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where its angular construction can read as a deliberate stylistic choice. It works well for sports identities, team marks, event posters, bold signage, packaging labels, and UI moments that need a rugged, tech-industrial flavor. In long paragraphs it will feel assertive and attention-grabbing, so it’s most effective when used sparingly or at larger sizes.
The overall tone feels utilitarian and engineered, with a sporty, scoreboard-like directness. Its sharp facets add a futuristic edge while still evoking retro industrial signage and arcade-era graphics. The weight and geometry project confidence, toughness, and a no-nonsense attitude.
The design appears intended to translate rounded forms into a consistent, faceted system that stays bold and legible while adding a distinctive hard-edged character. The uniform stroke behavior and clipped geometry suggest a focus on impactful display typography that feels engineered and ready for branding.
The faceting creates distinctive inner shapes (especially in rounded letters and figures), giving the font a recognizable rhythm across words. Wide, flat terminals and clipped diagonals help maintain consistency and keep shapes from feeling overly rounded, reinforcing a machined, modular look.