A genetics professor in India discovers that there are people with superpowers, as people realise their extraordinary strengths.

Policeman Matt Parkman is the only one who can hear the cries of a missing girl; Claire almost displays her secret ability to the entire school.

Matt and the FBI hunt the elusive killer known as Sylar; Suresh discovers that his father's journal leads to potential clues.

Suresh locates one of his father's genetically advanced supermen; Claire's healing abilities are put to the ultimate test following a tragic turn at a bonfire.

The police arrive on Niki's doorstep searching for her fugitive husband; Matt uses his abilities to help his marriage.

As they embark on their journey to New York, Hiro and his friend Ando are stopped by a Las Vegas high roller who offers them a deal they can't refuse.