Sans Faceted Ethi 13 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geogrotesque Expanded Series' and 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Kairos Sans' by Monotype, 'PT Filter' by Paavola Type Studio, and 'RF Dewi' by Russian Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, team graphics, gaming ui, sporty, industrial, techy, assertive, energetic, impact, speed, ruggedness, modernization, signage, faceted, angular, chamfered, slanted, blocky.
This typeface uses slanted, blocky letterforms built from straight segments with chamfered corners, replacing most curves with crisp planar facets. Strokes are heavy and uniform in visual weight, with squared terminals and a slightly condensed internal counter feel caused by the angular carving. Proportions read as broad and steady, while the overall rhythm is driven by repeated diagonal cuts and octagonal/hexagonal counter shapes, especially in rounded characters and numerals.
It performs best in short, bold settings where its chamfered geometry can read at a glance—headlines, posters, sports or event branding, and gaming/tech interface accents. The strong silhouettes also suit logos, labels, and signage-style applications where an engineered, high-energy look is desired.
The faceted construction and forward slant give it a fast, competitive tone that feels sporty and engineered. Its sharp geometry suggests a contemporary, equipment-like attitude—more tactical and technical than friendly—while staying clean and signage-like in its simplicity.
The design appears intended to translate the language of cut metal, stenciled markings, or athletic lettering into a clean sans structure, using consistent facets to create impact and motion. The slant and repeated diagonal cuts emphasize speed and solidity while keeping forms straightforward and highly graphic.
Uppercase forms look particularly emblematic, with strong silhouette clarity and consistent corner treatment across the set. The numerals follow the same angular logic, producing sturdy, scoreboard-like figures, and the lowercase maintains the same faceted vocabulary for a cohesive texture in text.