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• Oct 23, 2007 03:54 AM ET
• by Casey Marsella

Episode Recap: "Fight or Flight"

What would you do if you were faced with your greatest fear?

It was around this time last season that Eden sacrificed herself. I was shocked when she fought against Sylar and managed to take her own life before he could steal her power. Tonight, Ricky sacrificed himself as well. He may not have stuck his finger into a socket on his own, but he did lie to protect Peter and his sister. In the end, he paid with his life. He literally was "toast." So, Peter and Elle have met before. Also, the box? A passport and ticket to Montreal! That's it? I really thought there would be more to it.

I am a Veronica Mars fan. So, I was psyched to finally see Kristen Bell tonight. Sadly, I was a bit disappointed. Maybe it's my own fault; my expectations were too high. I know her character is going to get interesting, but when? The list of questions continues: Who is her father? Is she good, evil or confused? Do she and/or her father work for The Company?

What is the deal with Mohinder? He is supposed to be some sort of genius, and yet the man has no common sense! Mr. Bennet said it best: "The moment you trust [The Company] with what you care about most. They'll have you." Mohinder was desperate to save Molly, but it wasn't the safest choice. Then, after Niki/Jessica broke out and attacked, he tried to free her. He didn't even think of the consequences or the fact that cameras are everywhere watching patients' every move. I think The Company knows Mohinder is in over his head, and they are using him to get what they want.

I was happy to see Mr. Bennet (I never liked using HRG, nor do I think he looks like a "Noah," so I am sticking with Mr. Bennet) and The Haitian working together again. Where were they? They looked like businessmen taking a walk through Russia.

The best scene of the night was between Parkman and Nathan. The fight was awesome! The camera direction and editing were well done. However, the new knowledge about telepathy intrigued me the most. Parkman and his father, Maury, are the only relatives who have similar powers. They can both read minds, however, Maury's power is far more advanced than his son's. Of all the powers on this show, I'd never want to be telepathic. Why? The truth hurts, and it can be used against you. Maury can not only read your thoughts, but see your greatest fears. Matt fears that he will follow in his father's bad parenting footsteps, and Nathan still blames himself for Peter's "death." This is how he is terrorizing Molly and most likely how he controlled Sylar's world after Candace's death. Candace was a huge part of the fake surroundings with Sylar, but with Parkman Sr. in his head, anything is possible. I'm not sure how he does it, but the mind is tricky. Human beings use less than ten percent of their brain - I'm sure the Nightmare Man can go far beyond that percentage. We use all of our brain. However, I can't help but think that some use more than others. Either way, the Nightmare Man has us all beat!

We didn't get to see much of Hiro tonight. I want him back in the present. I'm happy he got to pull a Marty McFly and meet Kensei, but enough is enough. I'm not sure where the writers are going with this storyline, but I can only hope that it will make sense in the end.

Ando was adorable when the parchment read "Dear Ando" and the man helping him gave a confused look - "What? It's a very common name" Ha! And I'm glad Micah and Monica are bonding. Monica needs help understanding her power, and Micah needs a motherly figure in his life. ("Don't even get me started on my Mom.") He misses his mother, but I think a part of him is glad she isn't around to mess things up. Yet.

My Favorite Moment: Ando getting frustrated with the illegible handwriting on the 1671 parchment. He wanted to know more, now. It was definitely a play on words for Heroes fans!

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