Sans Normal Hyboy 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, branding, packaging, editorial, posters, modern, friendly, casual, clean, lively, approachability, readability, forward motion, modern utility, rounded, monolinear, humanist, oblique, soft terminals.
A slanted, rounded sans with smooth, monolinear strokes and gently softened terminals. Letterforms are built from clean curves and straight segments with a consistent oblique angle, giving the set a cohesive forward motion. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed or extended, with a straightforward cap height and a moderate lowercase presence. Counters are open and uncomplicated, and curves (notably in bowls and rounds) are generous, supporting clear internal space at text sizes.
Works well for short to mid-length text where a personable, modern voice is desired—such as UI labels, marketing copy, packaging, and editorial callouts. The clear shapes and open counters also make it a good choice for headings and subheads that need to stay readable while adding motion and warmth.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, with an easygoing, informal slant that reads energetic without becoming loud. Its rounded construction keeps the texture friendly and smooth, making it feel suitable for communication that wants to be clear but not overly corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean sans-serif foundation with a distinctly italic, forward-leaning character, combining everyday readability with a friendlier, rounded finish. It aims to provide a contemporary voice that feels active and informal while remaining orderly and consistent.
The italic angle is pronounced and consistent across both uppercase and lowercase, producing a rhythmic, flowing line in continuous text. Numerals follow the same rounded, oblique logic, helping mixed alphanumeric content feel unified rather than bolted on.