Nova

Nova
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Nova was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist John Buscema, debuting in the mid-1970s as a response to the popularity of superhero comics.

Early Years

Richard Rider was a high school student who gained the powers of Nova after an alien named Rhomann Dey transferred his powers to him. He initially struggled with his new abilities and responsibilities.

Character Development

Over the years, Nova has evolved from a solo hero to a key player in the cosmic Marvel Universe, often balancing his responsibilities as a hero with his personal life.

Cultural Reception

Nova has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his relatable character arc and heroic journey.

Character Details

Real Name:
Richard Rider
Aliases:
Nova Corps, Nova Prime
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Nova Corps, Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy projection, Enhanced durability
Equipment:
Nova helmet, Nova suit
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
Street Enterprises Apr 1976

Comic Reader #129

Comic Reader #129
View Series
Low
$20
Mid
$75
High
$200
View on eBay
Preview appearance of Nova
Comic Reader is an amateur publication created by comic book enthusiasts often referred to as a fanzine
Marvel Sep 1976

Nova #1

Nova #1
View Series Variants (2)
Low
$12
Mid
$45
High
$130
View on eBay
1st appearance and origin of Nova, Richard Rider
1st appearance and death of Rhomann Dey, Corpsman of the Nova Corps
1st appearance of Robbie Rider, brother of Nova
[March 2022 - Deadline reports a Nova project is in development]
Marvel Apr 1979

Fantastic Four #205

Fantastic Four #205
View Series
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$20
View on eBay
1st team appearance of the Nova Corps, protective force of the Andromeda Galaxy
1st appearance of Rul, later becomes the Protector
Dorrek VII, the Skrull Emperor from Fantastic Four #18 name is revealed
Marvel Dec 1989

Thor #411

Thor #411
View Series Variants (2)
Low
$3
Mid
$9
High
$30
View on eBay
1st cameo team appearance of The New Warriors: Nova, Night Thrasher, Namorita, Speedball, Firestar and Marvel Boy, later becomes Justice
1st cameo appearance of Night Thrasher
The character Marvel Boy shares no relation to other characters who also used the name Marvel Boy but he does share his real name, Vance Astrovik with the character known as Major Victory from Guardians of the Galaxy
Major Victory and Marvel Boy are the same person from two separate dimensions and exist in stories as mostly unrelated individuals
Marvel Dec 1989

Thor #412

Thor #412
View Series Variants (2)
Low
$1
Mid
$5
High
$15
View on eBay
1st full team appearance of the New Warriors: Firestar, Kid Nova, Marvel Boy, Namorita, Night Thrasher and Speedball
1st full appearance of Night Thrasher
Marvel Jun 2007 Vol 4

Nova #1

Nova #1
View Series
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$8
View on eBay
Epilogue to Annihilation
📖 Annihilation Reading Order: read Nova #1 - #3, then Annihilation Conquest Prologue #1
Marvel Jul 2010

Secret Avengers #1

Secret Avengers #1
View Series Variants (6)
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$8
View on eBay
1st team appearance of the Secret Avengers: Captain America, War Machine, Black Widow, Valkyrie, Beast, Nova and Moon Knight
1st team appearance of the Shadow Council
Beginning of the 'Heroic Age' according to Marvel

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

No Results Found

Try adjusting the "Variants" search filter above, or disable "Keys Only" to see all issues.

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])

Subscribe to Unlock

View Graded Pricing

Unlock graded pricing and other premium features by subscribing to Key Collector Comics.

Subscribe Learn what's included

Price Guide

Prices are estimates based on recent sales data and may not reflect actual market value. Key Collector Comics does not guarantee the accuracy of any pricing information.