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Marvel recently confirmed that they are in the former stages of growing for aNovaproject in theMCU , and like most MCU projects , it is probably going to need a villain . take a villainfor the MCU ’s Novahas two cleared way of life that Marvel can take , and it depends heavily on how they settle to introduce the character . Though the Nova Corps has been introduced before inthe MCU timeline , there is still an easy opening night tomake the MCU Nova more in line with his original versionfrom the cartoon strip .
The MCU ’s Nova Corpswas introduced inGuardians of the Galaxyon the planet Xandar . Though the full setting of the organization ’s reach was n’t explored too far in the movie , it did seem like they were found far off from Earth , which could mean the Nova project would also take position in place . This would designate a possible cosmic villain for the main antagonist . instead , the siege of Xandar could take to the Corps necessitate to recruit Richard Rider from Earth , allowing Nova to be more closely postulate with other MCU Hero , and potentially mean an Earth - base villain could appear .
The MCU ’s Nova task was an exciting release , but it ’s received an unfortunate development .
10Blackout Has Ties To The Multiverse And The Thunderbolts
Blackout First Appeared In Nova #19 (1978)
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Several Marvel villains have used the name Blackout , but the variation that fought Nova specifically is Marcus Daniels . Daniels is a lab supporter who was accidentally give the ability to manipulate Darkforce energy . As Blackout , he can open portals to the Darkforce Dimension , and utilize its energy for a diverseness of attack and ability , such as passing through solid physical object . Nova was the first hero Blackout ever fought , and would make gumption if the MCU was doing an Earth - base Nova . Nova also has ties to other MCU stories and characters , yield him crossover potential .
Aside from being a Nova villain , Blackout was also a member of the original Thunderbolts . If thecast ofMarvel ’s Thunderboltsintroduces the idea of a rotate squad roster , then Blackout could be used on a future team at some point . His ability to trip to the Darkforce Dimension could be used in the MCU as part of its Multiverse Saga to explore some of the other dimensions that live in Marvel ’s world . This makes Blackout an interesting selection for both a Nova villain and a spacious MCU character .
9Corruptor Could Show The Flaws With The Nova Corps
Corrupter First Appeared In Nova #4 (1976)
Corrupter is one of the first villains that Nova ever fought in Marvel Comics . His real name is Jackson Day , a man who gained the power tobring out multitude ’s bad nervous impulse just by refer them . This sort of power can be an especially helpful storytelling gimmick because it would permit the MCU to search the darker impulses of Nova and the system he is a part of .
Though Corruptor is usually an Earth - based villain , the MCU could easily change his backstory to have him be from somewhere closer to Xandar . If the Nova labor is going to include a further exploration of the whole Nova Corps , then Corruptor would allow the MCU to explore some of the effect the organisation has . For example , the MCU tie - in novelCaptain Marvel : Starforce on the Riseby Steve Behling usher that some ofthe Corps supported extreme methods in their war against the Kree . Corruptor could bring out these tendency again , creating a complicated issue for Nova to solve .
8Sphinx Could Bring Nova To Meet The Nova Corps
Sphinx First Appeared In Nova #6 (1976)
Sphinx is a muscular immortal being who initially seeks out Nova to learn how to part himself from the Ka Stone which gives him his powers . He gets Nova to take him to Xandar to take more from the Nova Corps ’ computer , but once he does , he decides to destroy Earth alternatively of getting disembarrass of the stone . This would n’t only be a good tale anatomical structure for a Nova project to follow , but could also be a good elbow room to introduce the MCU ’s Nova to the Corps .
If the MCU determine to stick to the traditional Nova origin , thenRichard Rider will start out on Earthwhere he is then given the power to become Nova . This would mean he would n’t have interacted with the rest of the Nova Corps , so Sphinx ’s missionary work would be a good way for him to go and meet the Corps for the first clock time . This would allow Nova to search the origin of his great power along with the audience , and then have Sphinx as a surprise villain in the third routine .
7Abyss Would Create Fun Action Scenes
Abyss First Appeared In Nova #8 (2007)
Abyss is a unusual cosmic entity with seemingly magical abilitiesthat once terrorized Knowhereby turning many of its citizens into zombies . Since Knowhere already exists in the MCU , and Cosmo was involved in the original plot line , Abyss could be a good choice for the Nova labor ’s scoundrel . This would allow for Marvel to use a familiar position and even let in some of the Guardians of the Galaxy type who are still there . Abyss ' power would also set up a singular action scene for the MCU .
No live - action MCU project has admit zombies . Watching a powerful zep like Nova fight off a huge grouping of zombie would not only make for nerveless action mechanism but also allow the MCU to give more insight into his character . In the comedian , Nova is originally hesitating to vote out the first zombie he see , show that killing is n’t his first choice . He only starts pass over out zombies on a large scale leaf when it becomes self - defense . This is a good way to characterize Nova as kind and desperate by showing he is loth to use virulent force even against zombies .
6Garthan Saal Was Already In The MCU, And Has Returned From The Dead Before
Garthan Saal First Appeared In Avengers #301 (1988)
Garthan Saal playeda minor role inGuardians of the Galaxy , but in Marvel Comics he is a much braggart good deal . At one stop , Saal engross a massive amount of Nova Force free energy after most of Xandar is wipe out . This become him temporarily villainous , lashing out with his immense amounts of new power due to the loss of his fellow traveler . Thoughthe MCU ’s translation of Saal seemingly break inGuardians of the Galaxy , it would n’t be the first time he come back from the all in . Saal similarly sacrifice himself in the comic strip , only to show up alert again .
The MCU is a little more reserved about bringing characters back from the dead , but just because Saal is go , that does n’t mean they ca n’t still apply this write up . The franchise could give Saal ’s tarradiddle to any other member of the Nova Corps who witnessed Thanos ’ siegeon Xandar . confront with a more powerful version of himself , the MCU ’s Nova could demonstrate his heroism by talking the MCU ’s version of Super Nova down , and stimulate them to end their vengeful crusade .
5Nova Might Seek Out Starfox For Revenge On Thanos
Starfox First Appeared In Iron Man #55 (1972)
Starfox - aka Eros - is Thanos ’ pal , and was introduced into the MCU duringEternals ’ post - credits scene , where he was play by Harry Styles . Starfox is n’t a villain , but could play an interesting antagonist to Nova if the MCU wants to go a unlike route with the story . Instead of having Saal as the vengeful Super Nova , the MCU interlingual rendition of Nova could rather be the one out for revenge after the destruction of Xandar . With Thanos gone , Nova could turn his aid to Starfoxas the next best thing .
This would be interesting because it would allow the MCU to give Nova a more classifiable and thus secure discharge . By throw him start more nefarious , only to realize his itinerary for vengeance is n’t the correct affair to do , the MCU could present a more interesting story than but having Nova be another superhero with just a more or less unlike origin . This would also allow Marvel to draw in theEternalstease that has still yet to count for the MCU .
4Annihilus Would Introduce The Negative Zone To The MCU
Annihilus First Appeared In Fantastic Four Annual #6 (1968)
Though Annihilus is more often a Fantastic Four scoundrel , he has go up against Nova before . Notably , Nova was the one who ultimately defeated Annihilus during Marvel ’s “ Annihilation ” event . Annihilus is a heavily armored microbe - similar creature that get along from the Negative Zone , and often use a machine called the Cosmic Control Rod to overtop the other creature of his realm . Annihilus also utilize the rod to make himself more brawny and live artificially long .
Annihilus himself is a classical Marvel villain and could be utilized in multiple MCU projectsif Marvel is looking for more major scoundrel to help potentiallyreplace the MCU ’s Kang . He would also innovate the Negative Zone to the MCU , sum up in another unique localization from Marvel Comics . The Fantastic Four have used The Negative Zone for several thing , admit saving New York from poison gas , as well it serving as Reed Richards ’ unethical prison during Civil War . Having more setting like this can serve expand the scope of the MCU , and open fresh storytelling opportunities for future task .
3Nova Could Introduce Galactus Or His Heralds
Galactus First Appeared In Fantastic Four #48 (1965)
Galactus , the Devourer of Worlds , is one of the most iconic Marvel villains who has still yet to appear in the MCU . If Marvel ’s Nova project take place in infinite , it would be the perfect way tointroduce Galactus as a looming threat . show Galactus raven a satellite that is n’t Earth , before putting him on a hit line with it would be a swell direction to plant up a future conflict for the MCU . This would also be a great way to get Nova to join up with other MCU hero in the futurity .
One publication with admit Galactus himself in the MCU ’s Nova project is that it would probably mean Nova losing his first battle . This is n’t typical for MCU sub , so Marvel might instead have Nova go up against one of Galactus ’ heralds first . These are character like the Silver Surfer , whom Galactus lends power to and sends out to find planet for him to devour . have Nova fight a Herald of Galactus would allow him to acquire , but also establish Galactus as an upcoming scourge .
2Knull Would Introduce Symbiotes To The MCU
Knull First Appeared In Venom #3 (2018)
Knull , also known as the King in Black , isthe creator of all Symbiotes in Marvel Comics . This mean characters like Venom and Carnage come from Knull ’s founding . Though Knull is n’t specifically linked with Nova , he is a cosmic menace and has conquered worlds before . Nova could easily fall into conflict with Knull while trying to protect other planets , allowing the MCU to further introduce the idea of symbiotes , and maybe even have one hinderance a ride with Nova back to Earth without him do it .
Notably , the MCU already pretermit a chance to suggest at Knull ’s existence . The Necrosword inThor : Love and Thunderis Knull ’s first macrocosm before he loses it , and it is taken by Gorr . The Necrosword never acts like a symbiote in the MCU , so Marvel may have been avoid suggest at the existence of Knull . If this was knowing , it seems unbelievable that they would let in Knull in Nova .
1Harrow Would Set Up Galactus For A Future MCU Project
Harrow First Appeared In Nova #13 (2008)
Harrow , not to be bedevil withMoon Knightvillain Arthur Harrow , is a parasite that latches itself onto Galactus . Nova was the one to discover the parasite and helped Galactus ultimately demolish it in the comics . Having a translation of Harrow would be an interesting way to introduce Galactus to the MCU , if Marvel adjudicate they do n’t want him as a villain .
In more recent comics , Galactus has come to be realise as more a military force of nature than a truly malicious baddie . have Harrow infecting and influence Galactus would countenance the MCU to prevent him as a villain to start , and then swop Galactus to his more neutral soma after Nova aid overcome the sponger . This way , Marvel’sNovaproject would coif up Galactus , but in a way that leaves Marvel room to adjudicate subsequently what to do with him .
