Nova Vol. 10

This volume is issue #10 of the fifth Nova series launched by Marvel Comics in 2013, and also a special 100th-issue anniversary milestone for the Nova title across its various runs. The issue is co-written by Zeb Wells and Gerry Duggan, with art by Carlo Barberi, Paco Medina, and others. The main story centers on the young Nova Sam Alexander: after the Cancerverse incident, Sam's ego reaches its peak, and he spins exaggerated tales of his exploits to his mother to prove he can handle a double life on his own, while dismissing the newly formed New Warriors with contempt. The presence of the retired Justice and Speedball staying at his home irritates him further. When Carrie, the girl he has a crush on, probes him about his secret identity, the two part on bad terms over trust issues, and Sam flies off in anger to the moon to confide in the silent Watcher, Uatu. Uatu shows him the growth of the previous Nova, Richard Rider, helping Sam truly understand the responsibility and legacy behind the Nova helmet. This volume also includes Gerry Duggan's first story after taking over the series, special features such as "Nova #1000," and plants a turning point at the end: Sam's failing eyesight.