Sans Faceted Ilgu 5 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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This font is a monoline, all-caps–friendly sans with sharply faceted construction, where curves are frequently replaced by straight segments and pointed joins. Strokes maintain an even thickness and end in blunt or slightly tapered terminals, creating a crisp, cut-from-planes feel. Proportions are compact with a tight internal rhythm, and many forms show intentionally uneven, hand-drawn geometry—subtle wobble in stems, asymmetric diagonals, and slightly inconsistent widths that give the set a crafted texture. Counters tend to be small and angular, with diamond-like round forms in letters such as O and numerals like 0 and 8.
It suits display contexts where atmosphere matters—game interfaces, fantasy or mythology-themed titles, posters, and cover art—especially at medium to large sizes where the faceted detailing stays clear. It can also work for short bursts of text (taglines, labels, chapter heads) when a stylized, carved look is desired.
The overall tone reads as arcane and game-like, evoking runes, carved markings, and fantasy map lettering. Its sharp silhouettes and faceted bowls feel energetic and a bit ominous, while the handmade irregularity keeps it approachable rather than mechanical.
The design appears intended to translate a carved or rune-inspired aesthetic into a usable sans alphabet by substituting planar facets for curves and keeping stroke weight consistent. The slight irregularity suggests an aim for handmade character and world-building flavor rather than strict geometric precision.
Distinctive diamond/lozenge constructions appear throughout, especially in rounded characters and several numerals, reinforcing a chiseled, gemstone-like motif. The lowercase follows the same angular logic but remains simple and legible, with minimal differentiation between stroke endings and few decorative gestures beyond the faceting.