Sans Normal Puluk 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Marcher' by Horizon Type, 'Helia Core' by Nootype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Andulka Sans' and 'Quercus Whiteline' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'D Hanna' and 'D Hanna Soft' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, branding, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, approachable, impact, approachability, playfulness, display, rounded, soft corners, bulbous, cartoonish, compact counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and generously thick strokes that keep contrast minimal. The forms lean on broad curves and slightly uneven, hand-drawn-like shaping, giving letters a gently bouncy rhythm rather than strict geometric rigidity. Counters are compact and well-contained, and terminals tend to be blunted and rounded, helping the font hold together as dense, dark text. Numerals and capitals share the same stout, softened construction, producing a consistent, chunky texture in both display lines and short blocks of copy.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed. It also works well for children’s or family-oriented materials, labels, and social graphics, especially in short bursts of text where its dense weight and rounded forms remain legible.
The overall tone is cheerful and informal, with a friendly, cartoon-like warmth that feels inviting rather than technical. Its soft, inflated silhouettes suggest a retro sign-painting or playful packaging sensibility, prioritizing charm and immediacy over precision.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft, approachable personality. Its rounded, chunky construction suggests a display-focused font aimed at cheerful messaging and brand-forward typography that feels warm and accessible.
In longer sample lines the color is very bold and continuous, creating strong presence but reducing internal whitespace; this makes spacing and counters feel tight at larger sizes. The rounded shapes and heavy weight favor short phrases and prominent headings where the lively, cushioned silhouette can read clearly.