10 Little Known Superheroes That Would Make Marvel Millions

4. Nova

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Even though Nova was a member of the aforementioned New Warriors, Nova (a.k.a. Richard Rider), is at his best as a solo act or member of the Nova Corps. As a high school student, Rider is chosen by a dying member of the Nova Corps to replace him. Now possessing great cosmic powers through the Nova Force.

In the comics, Nova fights alongside The Guardians of the Galaxy and battles MCU big bad Thanos. An interesting part of Nova's story arc is when he goes from possessing his small part of the Nova Force to absorbing all of it, as well as the Worldmind. Being human, wielding this power presents unique challenges to Rider.

While there are some clear parallels between the stories of Nova and DC staple Green Lantern, Marvel's creative team has shown to be more adept at making a mint from minor characters. Better utilized in a film rather than a series, Nova could be a great anchor in future Marvel films.

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