Nova Classic #2
In "Watch Out World, the Sandman Is Back!", Nova faces a mystery that begins with a failed arrest when he corners the criminal Mike Burley—only for him to escape. Soon after, Nova is ambushed by what appear to be superheroes, only to learn they’re S.H.I.E.L.D. Life Model Decoys sent by Nick Fury to test his readiness. With Fury now enlisting him to track down Mike Burley, whose brother is being held captive, Nova must navigate deception and danger as the stakes rise. Written by Marv Wolfman and illustrated by Carmine Infantino with inks by Tom Palmer, this 2013 Marvel issue features a striking cover by Rich Buckler and Joe Sinnott.
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Nova catches Mike Burley committing a crime, but Mike gets away. Later, Nova is attacked by superheroes who turn out to be S.H.I.E.L.D. Life Model Decoys sent by Nick Fury to test Nova. Fury wants Nova to help him find Mike Burley, whose scientist brother is being held captive.
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