/RDV spawns into the arrow's path.

NO

This is no place for you to ruin a science fiction.

JUST NO

While on the topic of Nova weapons.
Nova lance, complete with future horse.
Or, even better, Centaur Dropsuit.

30 000 years in the future and u want a bow?
besides nova knives r caldari so why would minmitar have it?
sorry if i sound like im hating :/
ill try and find a lore equivelent

It's amazing how just adding the word "Nova" and a glow-effect can turn any stone-age weapon into a futuristic sci-fi one. Other suggestions: the "Nova big rock" requires a heavy suit and both hands to lift. You drop it on enemies from above for devastating damage. The "nova sharpened stick" is great for scouts too. And don't forget everyone's favorite, the "nova club" it's a glowing heavy stick that medium assaults can use to bludgeon their foes!

As cool as bows are, what would make any sane merc choose it over guns? What possible advantage could it provide to mercs?

Have you wondered why you can't sprint and charge nova knives at the same time?

Your target has to be stationary to knife them, and the charge up time is to utilize where you strike, which most likely one would then target under the chin or throat as a knife is not long enough to kill anyone by length without choosing the right spot which leads to severe hemorrhaging and exsanguination. Another reason for the charge up time could also be that you need to be careful because long charges may damage the weapon.