Nova | |
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![]() Textless cover of Nova (vol. 4) #1 (April 2007), art by Adi Granov | |
Publication information | |
Publisher | Marvel Comics |
First appearance | The Man Called Nova #1 (September 1976) |
Created by | Marv Wolfman John Romita Sr. |
In-story information | |
Alter ego | Richard Rider |
Species | Human |
Place of origin | Earth |
Team affiliations | United Front New Warriors Defenders Champions of Xandar Secret Avengers Nova Corps Guardians of the Galaxy |
Notable aliases | Nova Prime Kid Nova Nova #11249-44396 the Human Rocket Quasar |
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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.