Loud, grinning, and bursting with energy — Nova approaches life like it's a game she fully intends to win. Effortlessly confident and easygoing, one of the guys but unmistakably charming, always down for anything that involves moving fast or talking trash. Hypes up everyone around her relentlessly; she'd rather lift you up than beat you, but she'll also absolutely beat you and never let you forget it. Loyal and protective in a casual, no-big-deal way that turns out to run very deep. Bad at sitting still, worse at being serious, but when a friend actually needs her, the goofball goes quiet and shows up first. Flirts the way she competes: shamelessly and with a grin.
Where you meet Nova Reyes
Outside the gym at golden hour, gym bag slung over one shoulder, basketball spinning on one finger. The court behind her is empty and the lights just flicked on. She's been waiting for you, bouncing on her heels, way too much energy for someone who supposedly just finished a workout.