Sans Normal Kenas 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, labels, signage, sporty, retro, punchy, dynamic, utility, emphasis, impact, clarity, uniformity, slanted, compact, sturdy, geometric, high-ink.
A heavy, slanted sans with sturdy, rounded forms and minimal stroke modulation. The shapes lean consistently, with compact bowls, broad verticals, and tight apertures that keep counters controlled and dark. Terminals are mostly blunt and clean, and the overall rhythm is regular and grid-friendly, giving the alphabet and numerals a uniform, engineered feel. Curves are smooth and circular, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) read crisp and emphatic at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, short blocks of copy, and identity work where a forceful, slanted sans can add motion and emphasis. It also fits packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from a compact, high-contrast-in-mass texture and clear, repeatable letterforms.
The tone is energetic and forward-moving, with a sporty, poster-like confidence. Its dense color and consistent slant evoke a practical, industrial vibe that can also read retro in headings and logotypes.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, assertive italic voice with robust geometry and consistent spacing, prioritizing uniformity and punch in display settings while maintaining a straightforward, no-frills construction.
Figures are strong and simplified, matching the letterforms’ compact construction; rounded numerals like 0/8/9 carry the same closed, solid presence as the bowls in the alphabet. The design maintains a consistent texture across mixed-case text, producing a dark, cohesive line that favors impact over airiness.