Sans Normal Lyban 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Altersan' by Eko Bimantara, 'Nusara' by Locomotype, 'Famiar' by Mans Greback, 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, 'Karibu' by ROHH, and 'Byker' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, display ui, sporty, assertive, energetic, modern, punchy, impact, motion, attention, modern branding, display emphasis, slanted, compact, rounded, soft-cornered, heavyweight.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with broad proportions and a compact, tightly set rhythm. Letterforms are built from thick strokes with minimal modulation, rounded bowls, and smooth, soft terminals that keep the texture cohesive at large sizes. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and the overall silhouette leans on simplified geometry and sturdy curves, producing a dense, high-impact word shape. The numerals share the same squat, muscular construction and maintain consistent stroke mass and slant.
Best suited to headlines and short display settings where impact and motion are desirable—sports branding, energetic campaigns, packaging callouts, and prominent UI labels. It can also work for large-scale signage or cover typography where dense color and strong word shapes are an advantage.
The tone is bold and kinetic, with a confident, “in motion” feel driven by the steady slant and thick, simplified forms. It reads as contemporary and action-oriented, delivering a friendly aggressiveness rather than a sharp or technical voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a fast, forward-leaning stance, combining simplified geometric construction with softened curves for approachability. Its emphasis is on attention-grabbing display readability rather than delicate detail.
The pronounced slant and compact counters create strong horizontal momentum and a dark typographic color, especially in longer lines. Round characters (like O/C/e) stay smooth and full, while diagonals (like A/V/W/X) feel braced and powerful, reinforcing a sturdy, poster-ready presence.