Sans Normal Yibob 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, 'NeoGram' and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, social ads, playful, retro, friendly, punchy, handmade, display impact, approachable tone, handmade texture, retro energy, rounded, soft corners, brushy, rough edge, chunky.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with broad, rounded letterforms and compact apertures. Strokes are thick and slightly uneven, with subtly roughened edges that suggest a brush or inked imprint rather than a perfectly geometric construction. Curves are generously inflated (notably in bowls and counters), while joins and terminals read as softly squared-off, creating a chunky silhouette that stays legible at display sizes. Overall spacing feels open and roomy, reinforcing the big, poster-like footprint.
This style is well suited to headline and short-copy work where impact and personality matter—posters, packaging fronts, brand marks, and promotional graphics. It can also work for social media and editorial callouts, especially when paired with a calmer text face for longer reading.
The font conveys a lively, casual confidence with a distinctly handmade flavor. Its bold, slanted stance adds motion and enthusiasm, while the softened shapes keep the tone approachable and humorous rather than aggressive. The slightly imperfect texture contributes a nostalgic, print-era feel.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum attention with a friendly, handmade voice: a bold italic display sans that feels printed and human rather than mechanical. Its rounded forms and subtle roughness aim to balance strong visual weight with approachability.
The numerals match the same inflated, rounded construction and maintain strong presence for short strings. The texture is consistent enough to feel intentional, giving headings a tactile, stamped look without becoming overly distressed in the sample text.