Sans Superellipse Tyva 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, labels, editorial, condensed, utilitarian, vintage, sturdy, space saving, strong impact, print texture, simple forms, compressed, tall, compact, inked, slightly rough.
A condensed, tall typeface with compact proportions and tight interior counters. Strokes appear mostly monoline with subtly modulated joins and terminals, creating a slightly inked, press-like texture rather than a perfectly geometric finish. Curved characters (C, O, Q, e, o) read as rounded-rectangle forms, while verticals dominate the rhythm; shoulders and bowls stay narrow and upright. Terminals are generally blunt with small, irregular-looking nicks in places, giving edges a mildly worn, analog feel. Numerals follow the same narrow build, with clear, simple silhouettes suited to dense settings.
Well suited to headlines and subheads where horizontal space is limited, as well as posters, packaging, and labeling that benefit from a compact, high-impact wordmark. It can also work for editorial pull quotes or short blocks of text when a dense, vertical texture and slightly vintage printed feel are desired.
The font conveys a no-nonsense, workmanlike tone with a touch of vintage printing character. Its compressed stance feels efficient and space-saving, while the slightly roughened detailing adds warmth and a hint of old poster or industrial labeling energy.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient condensed look with sturdy, easily recognized letterforms, while introducing subtle edge irregularities to avoid a sterile geometric feel. Overall it aims for practical readability and strong presence in display and short-text applications.
In the text sample, the narrow set and dark color create strong vertical texture and a compact word shape, which can feel assertive at display sizes. The lowercase maintains a straightforward, readable skeleton with restrained curves and minimal flourish, supporting a consistent, utilitarian voice across mixed-case settings.