Sans Superellipse Horab 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grandheron Sans New' by André Simard, 'Chortler' by FansyType, 'ApronNext' by Hurufatfont, 'Sicret' by Mans Greback, 'Enaoko' by Marvadesign, and 'Yoshida Sans' and 'Yoshida Soft' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logotypes, branding, bold, friendly, retro, playful, confident, impact, friendliness, retro display, simplicity, rounded, soft corners, blocky, compact, geometric.
A heavy, block-constructed sans with rounded-rectangle geometry and consistently softened corners. Curves are built from superelliptic bowls and arches, giving letters a cushioned, almost inflatable feel, while straight strokes remain broad and even. Counters tend to be tight and simple, emphasizing silhouette over interior detail, and the overall rhythm is sturdy and compact with minimal stroke modulation. Numerals and capitals match the same chunky, rounded construction for a highly unified texture.
Best suited to display settings where impact and personality matter: headlines, posters, packaging, event graphics, and bold brand marks. It can work for short subheads or callouts, but is less ideal for long-form text where its heavy density and compact counters may fatigue readability.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a retro sign-painting/poster energy with a modern, friendly softness. Its dense forms and rounded terminals feel confident and loud without becoming sharp or aggressive, reading as playful and attention-seeking.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a soft-edged, geometric voice—prioritizing strong silhouettes, uniform stroke weight, and rounded-rectangle construction for a distinctive, brandable display style.
Wide joins and simplified apertures favor strong word shapes at larger sizes, while the tight counters can reduce clarity as sizes get small or when set tightly. The design’s consistent rounding creates a cohesive, branded look across mixed-case text and numerals.