Sans Normal Lybak 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Delargo DT' by DTP Types, 'Komet' and 'Komet Pro' by Jan Fromm, 'Calton' by LetterMaker, 'Roihu' by Melvastype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, and 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, playful, energetic, sporty, punchy, friendly, impact, emphasis, motion, approachability, modernity, rounded, soft corners, chunky, compact, bouncy.
A heavy, slanted sans with chunky, rounded forms and minimal stroke modulation. Curves are broad and smooth, with terminals that feel softly clipped rather than sharp. The overall texture is dense and impactful, with tight counters in letters like a, e, and s, and a sturdy, compact rhythm in both upper- and lowercase. Numerals follow the same bold, rounded construction, maintaining strong consistency across the set.
Best suited for attention-grabbing headlines, posters, and short promotional copy where weight and slant can do the work. It also fits energetic branding systems (especially sports, youth, or entertainment) and bold packaging callouts. For longer text, it will be most effective in brief bursts or at larger sizes where counters have room to breathe.
The tone reads upbeat and extroverted, with a casual, kinetic feel created by the forward slant and compact, muscular shapes. It suggests friendliness more than severity, while still projecting assertiveness and momentum.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a friendly, modern sans silhouette—combining a strong, compact color with an italic lean to convey speed and enthusiasm while staying highly legible in display settings.
The letterforms favor simple geometric massing with slight squareness in some curves, helping keep shapes stable at large sizes. The italic angle is pronounced enough to add motion without turning into a script-like feel, keeping the voice firmly in bold display sans territory.