Sans Faceted Gusu 13 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, ui labels, packaging, techy, futuristic, angular, geometric, schematic, tech aesthetic, geometric system, display impact, distinctive branding, monoline, octagonal, faceted, wireframe, minimalist.
A faceted, monoline sans with octagonal construction and clipped corners that replaces curves with short planar segments. Strokes maintain an even thickness and join in crisp mitered angles, creating a clean, engineered rhythm. Counters tend to be squarish and open, and several diagonals and terminals end in beveled cuts that reinforce the polygonal skeleton. Numerals and capitals share the same hard-edged geometry, with simplified forms and consistent corner treatment that reads clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, short branding lines, and logo wordmarks where the faceted geometry can be appreciated. It also works well for UI labels, tech packaging, and event graphics with a digital or engineered theme. For long passages, it is more effective in larger sizes where the polygonal joins stay crisp.
The overall tone is technical and futuristic, like labeling on instruments or a sci‑fi interface. Its angular segmentation gives it a constructed, schematic feel—precise, cool, and slightly retro-digital. The light, open drawing keeps the mood minimal rather than heavy or industrial.
The letterforms appear designed to evoke a polygonal, machine-drawn aesthetic—prioritizing a consistent faceted system and sharp corner logic over traditional curves. The intent seems to be a distinctive, modern display voice that signals technology and precision while remaining clean and uncluttered.
The design relies on repeated chamfers and straight segments, producing a distinctive sparkle along outlines where facets catch the eye. Some glyphs incorporate sharp internal notches or split strokes that add character while staying within the same geometric system.