Sans Normal Lykav 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BF Garant Pro' by BrassFonts, 'Code Next' by Fontfabric, 'Bozon' and 'Qualion' by ROHH, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, and 'TT Commons Classic' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, confident, playful, punchy, retro, impact, energy, approachability, motion, display, rounded, oblique, heavy, friendly, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with an oblique stance and broad, dense silhouettes. Curves are built from generous, near-circular bowls and soft corners, while terminals are mostly blunt and clean for a solid, poster-ready feel. Counters stay fairly open for the weight, and the rhythm is driven by big, simple shapes rather than fine detail. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and a straightforward, geometric construction that reads clearly even at tight spacing.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short promotional copy where strong impact is needed. It works well for sports and lifestyle branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a bold, dynamic voice. In longer passages, it’s most effective at larger sizes or in brief blocks where the dense texture is a feature rather than a limitation.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive with a friendly, approachable edge. Its slanted, chunky forms evoke motion and impact, giving it a sporty, promotional character that feels at home in bold, attention-grabbing contexts. The rounded geometry keeps it from feeling harsh, leaning instead toward upbeat and slightly retro display styling.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a friendly, rounded geometry and a sense of forward motion. Its simplified, robust shapes prioritize immediate recognition and strong typographic color for display-oriented communication.
Round letters like O, Q, and 8 emphasize smooth, continuous curves, while diagonals in A, K, V, W, X, and Y reinforce the forward-leaning momentum. Numerals are similarly robust and rounded, designed to match the letterforms in color and presence. The texture in paragraph settings is dense and dark, making it most effective when used with ample size and breathing room.