Sans Normal Lykav 14 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller' and 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, and 'Fieldwork' and 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, punchy, energetic, confident, friendly, impact, motion, attention, modernity, display strength, rounded, oblique, compact, blocky, smooth.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. The construction favors rounded corners and softened joins, with sturdy, uniform stroke thickness and minimal modulation. Curves are full and slightly squashed, terminals read clean and blunt, and the overall texture is dense and dark on the line. Uppercase forms are wide and simplified, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey feel where applicable, maintaining consistent rhythm across words.
This font is well suited to bold headlines, posters, and attention-grabbing branding where a compact, high-impact word shape is desired. It can work effectively for sports or action-oriented graphics, packaging callouts, and large-format advertising where legibility is driven by mass and silhouette rather than fine detail.
The overall tone is assertive and kinetic, with a forward-leaning stance that suggests motion and urgency. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, balancing impact with a friendly, contemporary feel.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a streamlined, rounded sans structure and a pronounced forward slant. Its simplified shapes and dense typographic color suggest a focus on display readability and energetic messaging.
In the sample text, the strong slant and dense color create a headline-driven presence, with tight counters and robust shapes holding up well at large sizes. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and curvature, reinforcing a cohesive, display-oriented voice.