Speaking during a recent appearance on the Phase Zero podcast, Gunn explained that, while Nova is an iconic hero, he was much too big of a character to include in a film that was going for a much different look and feel. Plus, Gunn said he didn't want to have too many humans in the film.

Is Nova going to be in the Marvels?

Nova's MCU debut will be in a Disney+ series rather than a movie, according to a new report. Nova is a character who has long been rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with the hero sharing connections to the cosmic Guardians of the Galaxy franchise through the Nova Corps.

What happened to Nova Corps in MCU?

Following the events of Avengers: Infinity War, the planet Xandar — home of the Nova Corps — was decimated by the Mad Titan Thanos in his pursuit of the Power Stone.

Why wasn t Nova in Guardians of the Galaxy?

He's just too big of a character and he seemed too... I didn't want to... From the beginning, when I came on board Guardians, I didn't want to have two human beings. I wanted to have one human being so that he could be surrounded in this world of aliens.

Will Star Lord become Nova?

While Nova will not replace Star-Lord by taking over the mantle exactly, he is still the character who is best positioned to fill the same role Peter played in the cosmic side of the franchise. For starters, Nova and Star-Lord share similar functions as humans who become massively important heroes on a galactic level.

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Is Chris Pratt leaving Marvel?

Speaking to Total Film magazine, Pratt said he would continue to play the character as long as Marvel honors what Gunn started.

Why does it say Star-Lord will return?

So, that post-credits tag seemingly indicates that we will see more of Pratt's Star-Lord, even in an MCU without James Gunn, just without his cohorts. Given where he ended up at the end of the film, odds are pretty decent that future appearances will find him figuring out life on Earth.

Is Nova the most powerful Marvel character?

In 2022, CBR.com ranked Nova 2nd in their "10 Best Cosmic Heroes in Marvel Comics" list and 11th in their "30 Strongest Marvel Superheroes" list.

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Was Nova destroyed by Thanos?

In 2018, in accordance to their usual operation, Thanos and the Black Order traveled to Xandar and invaded the planet, effortlessly destroying the Nova Corps. Thanos retrieved the Orb from the Nova Corps Headquarters, destroyed it and placed the Power Stone in the Infinity Gauntlet.

What is the strongest version of Nova?

A Nova's rank determines how much of the Nova Force they can access. Centurions are considerably stronger than Corpsmen, while Nova Prime is the strongest and most capable soldier of them all.

Can Nova use his powers without his helmet?

Notes. Supernovas do not retain their powers if they take off their black helmets in Earth-616. In Earth-TRN361, an alternate future, Sam still had his powers despite the loss of his helmet. The helmet only works for the person it assigned to and anyone who shares DNA with that person.

Is Nova related to Thanos?

The upcoming Nova TV series in the MCU is linked to Thanos due to the character's origin story and the destruction of Xandar by the Mad Titan. Despite the MCU's focus on the multiverse and new villains like Kang, it's difficult to completely separate from Thanos in the Multiverse Saga.

Is Nova as powerful as Captain Marvel?

While he may not seem as powerful at face value, Nova has much greater feats than Captain Marvel, many of which showed during the many events he was a part of.

How is Nova different from Captain Marvel?

Among the most interesting is Nova being referred to as "All-is-Lost" while Captain Marvel is called "All-is-Won." The archetypes fit each well, as Nova has lost a lot in his life, while Carol Danvers is often a secret weapon and winning secret ingredient for the Avengers.

Who is Nova MCU real name?

Richard Rider. Nova (real name Richard Rider), is a fictional character and superhero in the Marvel Comics and Universe, appearing as the main protagonist of the Nova comics. He is a member of the Nova Corps, an intergalactic police force who protects the universe from threats.

What is the real name of Nova Marvel?

Nova (Sam Alexander) is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character, a space-faring member of the intergalactic police force known as the Nova Corps, was created in 2011 by writer Jeph Loeb and artist Ed McGuinness, based on the original Nova Richard Rider.

Who is Nova stronger than?

As Nova Prime, his strength nearly rivals Gladiator of the Shi'ar Empire ( far exceeding the capacity to lift 100 tons). Nova Prime is not nearly as fast as Marvel characters, The Runner and Makkari of the Eternals, but he could rival Silver Surfer's speed.

Is Nova faster than the Flash?

The character Nova just reminded Marvel readers that he's fast - and possibly faster - than DC's Flash. Superspeed is not an uncommon superpower for a character to have—and the way that power is showcased can vary from hero to hero.

Can Nova beat Thor?

At their normal power levels, this battle will be more of a mismatch, since Thor outclasses Nova in almost all categories, and that too with a huge margin. During Lord of Asgard, Thor with no morals stomped the Avengers, which included Dr. Strange, Hulk, Thing.

Can Nova beat Superman?

Psionic powers always trump physical ones and even if Superman is somehow able to stop her from psychically dominating him, she could use her telekinesis to protect herself and lash out with powerful attacks. She could even manipulate his Kryptonian DNA and take away his powers. Nova has Superman outclassed.

Will Rocket Raccoon return?

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After being named the new captain of the Guardians of the Galaxy, Rocket has a major role to play in the cosmic side of the MCU still. This includes leading a team that includes Groot, Kraglin, Cosmo, Adam Warlock, and Phyla-Vell.

Who is the 45 year old Guardians of the Galaxy?

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) - Gregg Henry as Grandpa Quill - IMDb.

Will Iron Man return?

Robert Downey Jr. confirmed that Iron Man 4 is indeed in the works. While negotiations continue for his return, this would mark his 7th appearance in a standalone Marvel movie and his 9th outing as Tony Stark in total.