Heroes: Powerless

Wow. The finale of “Heroes” Volume 2 was fantastic. It had everything I could have asked for with Sylar back in action, a dramatic showdown over the Shanti virus, surprising heroes rising into action, and a hell of a surprise finish. The best may have been how the episode put all of the main characters in key roles and brought many of them together in the way fans have been waiting for all season.

The thing that I really liked about the episode include:
The use of Hiro’s powers in a confrontation. Volume 1’s finale left fans a little disappointed with the way Sylar was brought down by Hiro. Hiro’s part in Adam’s takedown was much more dramatic and believable.
Elle. Not only is she beautiful, she is a fantastic wildcard. I really like how she was used in the finale in a positive role.

The presence of Nathan. One of first season’s best characters was all but forgotten this season. He played a key role and his speech provided for a shocking conclusion.
How Mrs. Petrelli is a master wordsmith and a constant enigma. I’m aware that the power of her speech is her true power, but what is her true agenda?
The characters that the writer’s chose to kill. Nikki’s death was predictable and long coming, but Nathan’s made for an excellent surprise. I didn’t think Maya would survive Sylar’s wrath, but I was pleasantly surprised.
Finally, that the writers opted to set up Volume 3 even though it’s unknown when the first episode may air.

Let’s face it, Volume 2 did not start off to the glamorous success as Volume 1, but I thought it concluded just as well, if not better. I wasn’t really sure how well it would work when I found out that Volume 2 would end mid-season, primarily because of the writer’s strike, but I think the decision actually dramatically enhanced the quality of episodes after that point. The second half of Volume 2 was very exciting and culminated with an excellent finale.

The only problem now is the writer’s strike. What will be the fate of “Heroes?” When will we get to see the next episode? I have to believe that “Heroes: Origins” is canceled for this winter. Will the idea ever come to fruition?

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