Sans Normal Lykav 20 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BF Garant Pro' by BrassFonts and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, punchy, energetic, confident, playful, impact, speed, branding, display, emphasis, slanted, compact joins, rounded, heavy, dynamic.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded outer curves paired with decisively cut, angled terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, creating dense counters and a strong color on the page. The geometry favors full bowls and soft corners, while letters like S, C, and G show generous curvature; diagonals in A, K, V, W, X, Y, and Z feel sharp and forward-leaning. Numerals are robust and compact, matching the letters with wide footprints and simplified interior openings.
Best suited to display settings where bold, high-impact letterforms are needed—headlines, posters, sports and event graphics, packaging callouts, and attention-grabbing signage. It also works well for short UI labels or promotional copy where a strong, energetic voice is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and fast, with a sporty, poster-like momentum driven by the italic slant and chunky silhouettes. Its rounded forms keep it approachable, while the weight and tight apertures add a bold, commanding presence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, rounded sans structure, using a consistent heavy stroke and italic slant to project speed and confidence. Its simplified forms and angled terminals suggest a focus on branding and display communication over long-form reading.
The rhythm is built around large, simple shapes and short counters, which boosts impact at display sizes but can make smaller text feel tight. The forward lean and angled cuts give it a modern, action-oriented feel that reads well in headlines and short bursts.