Nova (Richard Rider)

Nova
Textless cover of Nova (vol. 4) #1 (April 2007),
art by Adi Granov
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceThe Man Called Nova #1 (September 1976)
Created byMarv Wolfman
John Romita Sr.
In-story information
Alter egoRichard Rider
SpeciesHuman
Place of originEarth
Team affiliationsUnited Front
New Warriors
Defenders
Champions of Xandar
Secret Avengers
Nova Corps
Guardians of the Galaxy
Notable aliasesNova Prime
Kid Nova
Nova #11249-44396
the Human Rocket
Quasar
Abilities
  • Expert hand to hand combatant
  • Access to the Nova Force:
    • Currently in possession via download of the Xandarian Worldmind which allows him near-infinite control over the Nova Force granting energy projection and absorption
    • Superhuman strength, speed, durability, agility, and reflexes
    • Ability to exert influence over gravitational forces and open wormholes
    • Regenerative healing factor
    • Flight

Nova (Richard Rider) is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character appeared historically as the star of his own series, and at other times, as a supporting character in team books such as The New Warriors. He is a member of the intergalactic police force known as the Nova Corps. He has access to the Nova Force and superhuman abilities including enhanced strength, flight and resistance to injury.