Sans Superellipse Rylas 6 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, industrial, friendly, retro, sturdy, impact, approachability, geometric identity, clarity, rounded, compact, ink-trap hints, soft corners, monolinear feel.
A heavy, rounded sans with a compact footprint and a slightly condensed feel in many letters. Strokes are predominantly uniform with gentle contrast and softened terminals; curves tend toward squared-off bowls, giving a superelliptical, rounded-rectangle geometry. Counters are relatively tight, and joins are smooth, producing a dense, sturdy color in text. The lowercase shows sturdy verticals with rounded shoulders, while caps like C, G, O and S emphasize the squarish rounding; numerals follow the same robust, simplified construction for strong legibility at display sizes.
Well suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where a strong, compact voice is needed—such as posters, signage, packaging, and brand wordmarks. It can also work for UI labels and navigation where sturdy shapes and quick recognition are priorities, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is confident and contemporary, balancing a friendly softness from the rounded corners with an industrial, utilitarian solidity. It reads as straightforward and approachable rather than delicate, with a subtle retro-tech flavor in its boxy curves.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, contemporary sans voice built from rounded-rectangle forms, prioritizing impact and consistency across letters and figures while keeping a softened, approachable edge.
At larger sizes the rounded-rectangle bowls and compact counters become a defining signature, creating a consistent rhythm across mixed case. The heavy weight and tight interior spaces suggest it will look best with comfortable tracking and adequate line spacing in longer settings.