STNova | BloomstickFactory New$220.23
The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i> The Nova | Bloomstick is a Classified-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Bloomstick finish on the Nova. With a Classified rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.64% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Nova | Bloomstick can be unboxed from the eSports 2014 Summer Case. It belongs to the eSports 2014 Summer Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.06 to 0.80. Due to its minimum float of 0.06, this skin cannot drop in Factory New condition. The best available condition is Minimal Wear, which affects both availability and pricing. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Nova | Bloomstick (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $220.23, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -14.8%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $13.14 (Well-Worn) to $110.10 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Nova | Bloomstick has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 9,434 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Nova skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the Nova | Bloomstick exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
The StatTrak™ Nova | Bloomstick (Factory New) shows a Bearish trend. -14.8% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Nova | Bloomstick skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. Note: the Nova | Bloomstick cannot drop in Factory New — its minimum float is 0.06, so the best available condition affects pricing significantly. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Bloomstick pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The Nova | Bloomstick sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Bloomstick design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of the The eSports 2014 Summer Collection, obtainable from the eSports 2014 Summer Case, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the Nova, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). This skin cannot be obtained in Factory New condition due to its minimum float of 0.06. The best possible condition is Minimal Wear. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the Nova | Bloomstick vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the eSports 2014 Summer Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Investment potential depends on several factors. The Nova | Bloomstick is from the The eSports 2014 Summer Collection (eSports 2014 Summer Case) — skins from discontinued collections tend to appreciate as supply decreases over time. Key considerations: (1) Check the 30-day and 90-day price trends in the charts above; (2) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but the Nova | Bloomstick has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the Nova | Bloomstick are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Nova | Bloomstick are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The Nova | Bloomstick is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 14.8%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The Nova | Bloomstick is part of the The eSports 2014 Summer Collection. It can be obtained by opening the eSports 2014 Summer Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i>" The Bloomstick finish on the Nova is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Yes, 1 professional CS2 players currently have the Nova | Bloomstick in their inventory. Pro player adoption is a strong indicator of a skin's prestige and desirability in the community, and can positively influence its market value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, DMarket currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Bloomstick at $206.00. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
