J. David Shanks

On their way to assassinate a senior member of the Taliban, the team is forced to make an emergency landing in enemy territory.

Moments after shots rang out, the shocking identity of Nathan's assassin and the reasons why the Texas press conference had to be cut short are revealed. Peter and Matt are thrown into unexpected, uncharted territory. With his powers partially restored, Sylar decides a visit to Claire could give him a boost. Meanwhile, in Tokyo, Hiro and Ando are charged with safeguarding a family secret.

The district attorney informs Preston that he is sending a new team to investigate Joey Campbell's death, and another compromising video of Beck surfaces after the riots.