Sans Faceted Etby 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka, 'Karnchang' by Jipatype, and 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, gaming, logotypes, sporty, aggressive, techy, dynamic, futuristic, impact, speed cue, modern edge, display focus, branding, angular, faceted, slanted, condensed feel, stencil-like.
A slanted, heavy sans with sharply faceted construction that replaces most curves with planar cuts and chamfered corners. Strokes are thick and uniform with minimal modulation, creating a crisp, mechanical texture and strong color on the page. Counters tend toward squared, polygonal shapes (notably in O, Q, and numerals), and terminals are often sheared or notched, emphasizing forward motion. The overall rhythm is compact and energetic, with a slightly variable fit across glyphs that reads as purposeful, display-oriented spacing rather than strictly geometric uniformity.
Best suited to short, prominent text such as headlines, posters, and hero copy where its angular forms can read clearly and contribute personality. It also fits sports branding, esports/gaming visuals, tech event graphics, and logo or wordmark work that benefits from a fast, performance-driven tone.
The typeface projects speed and impact, combining a sporty, competitive attitude with a modern, techno edge. Its sharp joins and clipped curves add tension and urgency, lending a confident, assertive tone suited to high-energy messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact italic sans with a faceted, machined aesthetic—prioritizing speed cues, sharp geometry, and visual punch. Its clipped curves and chiseled details suggest a goal of standing out in branding and display settings where an energetic, contemporary voice is needed.
The faceting is consistently applied across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, giving the font a cohesive, engineered feel. Distinctive cut-ins and angular bowls increase character differentiation at larger sizes, while the tight apertures and dense stroke weight suggest it will be most effective where bold presence matters more than long-form readability.