N•VA
Knight of the
Eternal Sun
NOVA is a personal concept art project exploring the fusion of a traditional knight archetype with futuristic sci-fi design. The character is powered by a miniature sun core integrated into the armor, allowing him to manipulate solar energy for both offense and defense.
The project focuses on strong silhouette design, readable shapes, and high contrast between dark materials and emissive light elements. The goal was to create a character suitable for both video game and cinematic contexts, blending fantasy influences with advanced technology to convey a timeless, heroic presence in a sci-fi universe.
Personal concept art project exploring futuristic knight design for sci-fi games and cinematic universes.
The Character
NOVA is a futuristic space knight who draws power from a miniature sun core embedded within his armor. A guardian of star systems, he travels through the void to defend civilizations from cosmic threats. His shield contains a fragment of deep space, while his blade channels condensed solar light, capable of cutting through both matter and energy.
Calm, disciplined, and resolute, NOVA embodies the ancient knightly code reinterpreted for the far future. He believes in balance rather than conquest, wielding overwhelming power with restraint. Though forged for war, his true purpose is protection—standing as a solitary beacon of light in the darkness of space.
Personality & Archetype
Archetype: Futuristic Paladin / Space Knight
Personality: Stoic, honorable, focused, protective
Strengths: Unbreakable will, solar-powered strength, strategic mind
Weakness: His power depends on light—prolonged darkness weakens him
Art & Technique
This character was designed using a stylized sci-fi concept art approach, combining hard-surface armor design with organic energy elements. Strong contrast between dark materials and glowing solar accents emphasizes the light-based power source. The silhouette was carefully crafted to feel heavy and heroic, while color grading and rim lighting enhance the cosmic atmosphere. The design blends futuristic technology with medieval knight aesthetics, reinforcing the timeless warrior theme in a science-fiction setting.