Nova: Centurion #3

Surprise surprise, this is another 10/10. Beautiful art, an intriguing storyline, and some much needed revenge make this issue a must read for every cosmic Marvel fan! Read Full Review

Nova: Centurion #3 is a fantastic take on Richard Rider. It strips away the corps trappings and reminds us why we liked the character in the first place: he's a guy from Earth who just won't quit, even when the odds are impossible. Read Full Review

Richard Rider attempts to cash in before checking out on his dangerous grudge match in this issue. MacKay's writing gets right to business with a straight-ahead approach. The art team takes Rider to the edge with the fighting images. The new stat quo of Nova balances the action and drama while going for that paycheck. Check it out! Read Full Review

Nova: Centurion #3 thrives on the unexpected moments, and fully cements this as a Nova book unlike any that's come before. Read Full Review

Nova: Centurion #3 is a solid payoff that proves MacKay understands what makes Richard Rider work. A salvage yard industrial showdown against a cosmic horror might sound ridiculous until you read it, and then you realize it's exactly the kind of smart, lateral thinking that separates Earthers from the rest of the galaxy. The comic earns its victory without overstaying its welcome, introduces a new crew member that expands future possibilities, and proves that Nova can compete with heavy hitters on his own terms. Read Full Review

Nova: Centurion #3 solidifies this new direction for Richard Rider as cosmic hero for hire. Read Full Review

Sollywoods

Jan 08, 2026

Three issues in a row I read immediately again after finishing because of the awesome! If you aren't reading Nova, you should be. If you've never read Nova, go dig up the DnA series, even the stuff with Sam was good but won't do you much good here. Even 90s Nova was awesome, 70s Nova was good. This is not only an endorsement of another great current run, but for a character who has a great history of back issues since the 70s that aren't overwhelming to catch up on.

Simon DelMonte

Jan 17, 2026

Entertaining as MacKay manages to split the difference between who Rick was and who he is now, but is this approach sustainable?