Sans Superellipse Ilmo 5 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'Bulldog' and 'Bulldog Std' by Club Type, 'Ultimatum MFV' by Comicraft, 'FX Neofara' by Differentialtype, 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, sports branding, posters, packaging, app promos, sporty, energetic, punchy, assertive, modern, impact, speed, emphasis, modernity, branding, slanted, blocky, compact, rounded, high-impact.
A heavy, right-leaning sans with tightly controlled curves and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are thick and compact, with crisp, flattened terminals and occasional ink-trap-like notches where joins tighten. Counters are relatively small and often squarish/oval, giving letters a dense, muscular texture. The rhythm is compact and forward-driving, with angular diagonals and straightened curves that keep the overall silhouette sturdy and geometric.
Best suited to high-impact display roles such as headlines, sports and fitness branding, posters, promo graphics, and packaging where a bold, forward-leaning voice is desirable. It can also work for short UI or campaign callouts when strong emphasis and quick legibility are needed.
The overall tone is fast, forceful, and contemporary, suggesting motion and urgency through the consistent slant and condensed-looking mass. It reads as confident and aggressive rather than delicate, with a utilitarian, performance-oriented feel.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a cohesive, geometric, rounded-rectangle skeleton and a consistent italic momentum. Its compact counters and sturdy joins prioritize bold presence and a strong graphic footprint over airy, text-first neutrality.
Uppercase forms stay clean and blocklike, while lowercase keeps the same sturdy construction with single-storey shapes and a sturdy, compact presence. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and curvature, maintaining a cohesive, punchy color in text and display settings.