Nova | Interlock (Factory New)

The Nova | Interlock (Factory New) is a Mil-Spec shotgun finish wrapped in a yellow-and-blue optical-illusion pattern that plays tricks on the eye. Factory New is the top grade, where the interlocking geometry stays razor-sharp and the two colors run at full strength.

Design

Interlock covers the Nova in a hydrographic optical-illusion pattern, yellow and blue geometry woven together to trick the eye with depth that isn't really there. It's a Valve-made finish, and it carries a fitting in-game line that leans into the illusion: "Did you get a good look?"

Nova | Interlock (Factory New) Float and Wear

This finish runs a float range of 0.00–0.50, and Factory New sits at the bottom of it. The yellow and blue stay bold, the interlocking lines read crisp, and there's no scuffing to muddy the illusion. For anyone who wants the eye-bending pattern exactly as designed, this is the grade to reach for.

Nova | Interlock Rarity

Rarity: Mil-Spec Grade — the blue tier, the entry rung of the standard weapon grades. It's the most common class, which keeps this finish approachable despite its striking design.

Nova | Interlock Case and Collection

Interlock is part of The 2021 Vertigo Collection, which debuted with Operation Riptide in September 2021. There's no weapon case behind the regular finish — it's obtained through collection drops and trade-ups. Souvenir copies follow a separate route, produced only in Major-tournament packages.

Nova | Interlock Patterns

There's no random pattern roll on this finish — the yellow-and-blue optical-illusion geometry sits the same way on every copy, so there's no paint seed or "blue gem" to hunt. Wear and float are the only things that separate one copy from another.

StatTrak & Souvenir

This finish has no StatTrak edition, but it does exist as both a regular version and a Souvenir version. The Souvenir copies were handed out in Major-tournament souvenir packages — first the Stockholm 2021 Vertigo package, then later Major souvenir packages across following events. The regular finish you'd buy here comes from collection drops and trade-ups instead.

Nova | Interlock Price

Factory New sits at the top of this finish's price ladder as the cleanest grade available, and the Interlock carries a premium relative to other Nova skins thanks to its standout look. It's available to buy on Skin.Land with instant delivery and no hidden fees.

FAQ

Is Factory New worth it over Minimal Wear?

If you want the optical illusion at its sharpest and the yellow-and-blue contrast at full punch, yes — Factory New shows the geometry flawlessly. Minimal Wear looks very close for less, though, so the decision comes down to whether the top condition is worth the modest price step to you.

What gloves go with the Nova Interlock?

The yellow-and-blue palette suits a bright, playful loadout. Blue gloves lock into the cooler half of the pattern, while a yellow or high-contrast multicolor pair leans into the eye-catching illusion. Keep the rest of your kit bold — the Interlock is a loud finish that pairs best with equally vivid gear.

Does the paint seed change the Interlock look?

No. It's a fixed design, so the optical-illusion geometry appears identically on every copy no matter the paint seed. There's no rare pattern or blue-gem variant to chase — only the wear grade and float value separate one copy from the next.