Sans Superellipse Tiriz 2 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Alternate Gothic' by Bitstream, 'Bellfort' by GRIN3 (Nowak), 'Cairoli Now' by Italiantype, and 'Alternate Gothic' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, merch, signage, grunge, industrial, poster, stamped, rugged, impact, distress, compactness, retro print, condensed, compressed, blocky, distressed, textured.
A condensed, heavy sans with tall proportions and tight interior counters. Forms are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, but the outlines are intentionally roughened with irregular edges and worn-in texture, creating broken ink traps and uneven terminals. Strokes stay broadly consistent in thickness while the distressed contouring introduces lively variation and a slightly battered rhythm. Spacing reads compact and vertical, with simplified, sturdy shapes that hold together well at display sizes despite the abrasion.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where texture is an asset—posters, album/film titles, apparel graphics, packaging, and bold signage. It can also work for punchy subheads or pull quotes, but the rough edges may reduce clarity in small sizes or long-form reading.
The overall tone is gritty and forceful, suggesting stamped labels, screen-printed posters, and weathered signage. Its distressed finish adds a raw, analog energy that feels utilitarian and a bit rebellious rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a tight width while adding a deliberately worn, stamped texture for character. It aims to balance sturdy, rounded-rectangle construction with distressed contours that evoke ink spread, erosion, and print imperfections.
The distressed treatment is applied consistently across capitals, lowercase, and figures, giving the set a cohesive “worn print” voice. Round letters (like O/C) keep a squarish, superelliptical footprint, while straight-sided letters emphasize the tall, compressed silhouette.