Sans Superellipse Hiray 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Events' by Graphicxell, 'Tusker Grotesk' by Lewis McGuffie Type, 'Grand' by North Type, and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, condensed, industrial, assertive, sporty, poster-ready, space-saving, impact, modernity, clarity, strength, blocky, compact, vertical, sturdy, high-impact.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, uniform strokes and a tight overall footprint. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle/superellipse shapes, giving bowls and counters a squared-off softness rather than true geometric circles. Terminals are mostly blunt and flat, with minimal modulation and crisp joins that keep the silhouettes clean at large sizes. The lowercase follows the same condensed rhythm as the caps, with simple, sturdy forms and small counters that emphasize density and impact. Numerals match the narrow proportions and appear designed for stacked, space-efficient settings.
This font performs best in headlines, posters, and bold branding where compressed width and strong color help text punch through. It also suits packaging, labels, and signage that need compact copy with a sturdy, engineered look. For longer text, it benefits from larger sizes and increased spacing to relieve the dense texture.
The tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a compressed, high-impact presence that reads as industrial and sporty. Its squared-rounded curves add a controlled, engineered feel—confident rather than playful—suited to attention-grabbing statements.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing a condensed build with superellipse-rounded geometry for a modern, industrial flavor. Its consistent stroke weight and blunt terminals prioritize clarity and punch over delicate detail.
The combination of tight widths and thick strokes creates strong vertical rhythm and dark texture in paragraphs, making the face feel best when used with generous tracking or ample line spacing. The superellipse construction is especially evident in rounded letters and in the way corners soften without becoming fully circular.