Sans Normal Kobaj 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Crossten Soft' by Emre Güven, 'Clear Sans Screen' and 'Clear Sans Text' by Positype, 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink, and 'Hartwell' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, friendly, impact, motion, modernity, approachability, clarity, oblique, geometric, rounded, clean, crisp.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy sans with smooth, rounded bowls and broadly geometric construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and corners are gently softened rather than sharply cut, giving curves a continuous, polished feel. Proportions read as fairly compact with sturdy capitals and clear, open lowercase counters; the single-storey “a” and “g” reinforce the contemporary, streamlined build. Numerals are similarly solid and rounded, with simple silhouettes designed for quick recognition at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, short promotional copy, and branding where a bold, fast, contemporary tone is needed. The strong weight and slant make it effective for posters, packaging callouts, and sports- or tech-adjacent identity work, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a confident, modern voice. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the strong weight and slant add motion and urgency that feels sporty and promotional rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern geometric sans with built-in momentum, pairing rounded shapes with a firm, high-impact color on the page. It prioritizes clarity and punch for display and branding contexts while maintaining a friendly, approachable texture.
The italic angle is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a coherent rhythm in text. Wide circular forms like O/C/Q stay smooth and even, while diagonals in letters such as K, V, W, X, and Y read sturdy and decisive, supporting attention-grabbing headlines.