Sans Faceted Etla 9 is a bold, narrow, monoline, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Magnitudes' by DuoType, 'Grillmaster' by FontMesa, 'Born Strong' by Rook Supply, and 'Karben 105' and 'Karben 205' by Talbot Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, apparel graphics, sporty, industrial, assertive, retro, mechanical, compact impact, athletic voice, industrial labeling, retro display, angular, chamfered, faceted, blocky, condensed-capitals.
A compact, heavy display sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, using planar facets to suggest curves. Letterforms are tall and tightly proportioned with squared counters and consistent stroke presence, producing a dense, high-impact texture. Terminals are frequently chamfered, and many glyphs show subtle forward-leaning geometry that reinforces motion. Numerals follow the same faceted logic, staying rigid and signage-like for strong figure presence.
Best suited to short, high-visibility settings such as headlines, posters, sports and team identity, and bold packaging or apparel graphics. It can also work for labels and UI title treatments where a compact, impact-forward voice is desired; for longer text, its dense counters and angular rhythm favor larger sizes and generous spacing.
The overall tone reads forceful and energetic, with a utilitarian edge reminiscent of athletic branding and industrial labeling. The sharp facets and compressed stance create a sense of speed and toughness, leaning retro in a way that recalls classic varsity and machine-stamped aesthetics.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint, replacing curves with crisp facets for a rugged, modern-industrial personality. Its consistent chamfering and condensed structure suggest a focus on branding and display use where speed, toughness, and clarity are priorities.
The faceting is applied consistently across rounds and diagonals, giving the set a cohesive, engineered feel. Tight interior spaces and squared bowls emphasize punch at larger sizes, while the rhythmic chamfers keep long lines visually active.