Sans Superellipse Fobak 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Flexo' and 'Flexo Soft' by Durotype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Brokman' by The Northern Block, 'Obvia' by Typefolio, 'Fuse' and 'Fuse V.2' by W Type Foundry, and 'JP Alva' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, confident, modern, energetic, friendly, emphasis, momentum, modernity, approachability, clarity, rounded, compact, geometric, upright slant, high impact.
A heavy, slanted sans with compact proportions and rounded, superellipse-like curves. Strokes are largely monolinear, with smooth joins and softened terminals that keep counters open even at bold sizes. The italic angle is noticeable but controlled, giving the forms forward motion without collapsing spacing. Round letters (O, C, G, Q) read as squarish-oval shapes, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are sturdy and clean, producing a tight, punchy rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and prominent UI or marketing copy where strong presence and quick readability matter. It works well for athletic branding, event promotions, packaging callouts, and bold editorial pulls, especially when a modern, rounded geometric voice is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a sporty, go-forward feel from the consistent slant and dense color. Rounded geometry keeps it approachable, balancing the weight with a friendly, upbeat character. It feels designed to be seen quickly and to project confidence rather than delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact italic sans that stays friendly through rounded geometry and open counters. It prioritizes momentum, clarity, and a cohesive, compact texture for display and attention-grabbing copy.
Digit and uppercase shapes are simple and emphatic, with broad curves and minimal modulation. The lowercase uses single-storey forms where expected (notably the a), reinforcing a streamlined, modern texture in text. At display sizes the boldness produces strong silhouette recognition and consistent texture across mixed-case settings.