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nbcskampy
SCI FI Magazine, the official publication of the SCI FI Channel, is looking for a few new heroes. We need you to use your powers to come up with questions for the creators and stars of NBC's hit show Heroes.

Simply post your suggestions as replies to this thread, and we'll send the the very best queries on to the cast to be answered in an upcoming issue of SCI FI Magazine.

And don't forget...be creative and don't be afraid to ask the difficult questions! This is your shot at learning even more about your favorite show!
jonnieray
First of all let me congratulate and thank everyone affiliated with the show for making monday nights sublime! I never in my life have so anxiously awaited mondays before.
I have a simple question: can we expect to see some more anti-heroes (any time soon)? We all can readily appreciate the dark cloud that Sylar presents-but one thing that I think would be more interesting is more bad guys wreaking havoc-gives the good guys more of a finite amount of time to come to their senses and accept the abilities they have been given. I personally do not even think that future antagonists need to galvanize their efforts in one consolidated evil force ala X-Men style; more along the lines of the villianous forces in Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time-in which most of the bad guys are fighting each other as fiercely as they battle the good guys. It seems to me this would make for any even more interesting amount of chaos-the kind of frenetic heroes-brand chaos us fans have come to love.
Anyways; thanks again-we are all impatiently waiting for the longest 6-weeks in history to pass so we can see our show again!
asgardia_03
Never, in my life, have I witnessed the unfolding of such an incredible show that mixes the common humor and undeniable power of the archetype hero with the humility and complexity of human emotion. It has more latent power then most every sci-fi drama to come before. But there are a few things that remain to be seen about these unique characters and their extraordinary abilities. What new weaknesses will these people have to confront in themselves when faced the new challenges that come with their abilities? Who will rise to the occasion and find new strengths to face their demons? And, most predominately, in the episodes to come what new kinds of emotional ties will bind the rising heroes together?
dataguru1971
I am sure one burning question we all have, that is sometimes topic for huge debate is Niki and Jessica.

The writers have said that Niki's power is related or somewhat translateable to a Hulk phenomenon or a Jekyl/Hyde.

Many of the posters here and elsewhere speculate that there are varying explanations..... Jessica is the result of a DPD/MPD illness and the name Jessica is coincidental/causally related to her Sister's death. OR Jessica is the one with power and has astrally projected herself into Niki's body.

Clarification on the Niki/Jessica would be great! Although it spurns a lot of hefty debate, particularly because of the appearance of the SG symbol on Jessica.
deas-nuts
Do the writers ever go to fan webistes to gauge where the show is going? Reactions?

Do certain writers have dominion over individual characters or do they all work as a team to create their personalities?

How many seasons are mapped out for the show?
Tetheas
Let me first start off by saying i love this show. I've loved it since i saw the first preview for it. This is the show i've been waiting for my whole life. I love the idea, the storyline, the characters, everything about it. Thank you Mr. Kring for giving us this great piece of art.

So, figuratively speaking, if one were interested in the acting carrer, and had written many stations and shows about casting calls and such, are there any casting calls for this show? Even parts as small as Extras. And if so, how would one come about auditioning, as this person isn't able to find a specific e-mail/contact address for Mr. Kring or any of the people working on the show who would oversee something of that sort.

Also, i think a character who can manipulate water would be interesting. Even more so after what we know about the explosion and all. I have a character on the Heroes Rp on here like that if you are interested, and you can take full credit for the idea and such.

Thank you for your time.
niafabo
I have a few feel free to use any of them apart or together as you see fit.


-Do you have a certain set or approximate number of heroes that you like to showcase on the show at one time?

-Can more then one hero naturally have the same power? If so will this be showcased any time in the near future?

-Will all of the Heroes children possess special abilities as well or are their chances just higher then the rest of the population?

-Are there ever arguements in the writing room on what plot line to take or how a certain character should progress? If so what are some examples?

-Do supers have a stronger natural physical attraction to each other? Chemistry/Romance seems to fly much more quickly amoungst them as a group.
Sadaiy
Ok I have some questions. I'm sure most of these will be answered in season one.

I want to know what the "SGS" symbol is about. (for those that haven't read the UT, the SGS = the DNA tatoo / marking that shows up everywhere on the show).

I also want to know why all the heroes suddenly starting developing their powers (was it the eclipse ?).

I want to know who Bennet is working for and I want to know more about his memory erasing friend.

Also I want to know more about Chandra, his life, and his research.
Dr. Thomas Wonder
I would like to offer suggestions as to what new special abilities and powers?and the kind of characters that might result from such phenomena.

The Shadow Magnet [I borrow this poetic and evocative phrase form an utterly haunting music track by Pieter Bourke and the incomparable Lisa Gerrard on their joint album Duality]:
A person capable of not only of intensifying or lessening the amount of shadow within a given space, but also psychokinetically manipulating shadows and willing them into shapes, objects and living, almost-independent creatures and humanoid mannequins.
They would be responsive and submissive to the Shadow Magnet, who may (or may not) have a very limited range of control in maintaining them [preferably line-of-sight].
She could also use the shadows to create a totally opaque, body-covering shroud. While she would still be seen by all, she would be unidentifiable and downright eerie!

As to the person wielding this creepy/ethereal ability?

First off, the Shadow Magnet should be a woman?you don?t have nearly enough, forthcoming Hanna notwithstanding.

Secondly, I believe that her power?like many, if not all the other Heroes?is allegorical to her inner nature, her Deep Self [not to be misunderstood for the Id, though they are linked]. She would be profoundly reflective and expressive artist, very much like Isaac.
She should be a musician and a dancer?a performance artist.
I personally, envision an incredibly alluring, young Indian-American, or African, or Mediterranean woman who studies dance fulltime and parties almost as hard, becoming somewhat of a local legend for her impromptu?and mesmerizing?performances [on the dance floor] at a variety of the hottest nightspots. She might have a propensity towards what?s been dismissively called ?Goth? sub-culture. cool.gif wink.gif

I have a couple more suggestions for powers?and their likely wielders?but I feel it?s best to leave it here. This one, thus far, is my most articulate. Besides, it?s not my intent to ?flood??I don?t like it.
xMadisonxPetrellix
a) to the writers: what wonderful imaginations you all have! in many stories i have heard, there are tiny things people say, even in passing, that have a huge effect. perfect for sci-fi. and all the ordinary people that are introduced to extraordinary occurences and powers (its so awesome it gets me to talk like mohinder when he narrates)
cool.gif to the cast: How do you and your character relate? like, how you are alike?
c) i want to know what happens to niki when jessica takes over.
d) I also want to know if the man with the radiation powers in episode six (is that better halves or nothing to hide?)ever reappears? my dad and i are wondering about him.
e) what is up with mr. bennett? he seems to be working on something anti-hero-ish.
(i may or may not have something later)
xMadisonxPetrellix
QUOTE (xMadisonxPetrellix @ Jan 2 2007, 12:14 AM) *
(i may or may not have something later)

i have something later. (remember, i'm stupid, so this might be a 'no duh' or a 'psht yeah' answer) do the cast get to help with some of the script and plot and stuff? because i know the cast of surface put in a few ideas for their next season. that, and shanti...does she come in later? like, mohinders sister who died when she was five and he was two?
Vanessa85
QUOTE (nbcskampy @ Dec 29 2006, 04:05 PM) *
SCI FI Magazine, the official publication of the SCI FI Channel, is looking for a few new heroes. We need you to use your powers to come up with questions for the creators and stars of NBC's hit show Heroes.

Simply post your suggestions as replies to this thread, and we'll send the the very best queries on to the cast to be answered in an upcoming issue of SCI FI Magazine.

And don't forget...be creative and don't be afraid to ask the difficult questions! This is your shot at learning even more about your favorite show!


A. Are Jared and Theresa going to stay together?
B. And is Theresa going to end up pregnant with his child
Vanessa85
QUOTE (nbcskampy @ Dec 29 2006, 04:05 PM) *
SCI FI Magazine, the official publication of the SCI FI Channel, is looking for a few new heroes. We need you to use your powers to come up with questions for the creators and stars of NBC's hit show Heroes.

Simply post your suggestions as replies to this thread, and we'll send the the very best queries on to the cast to be answered in an upcoming issue of SCI FI Magazine.

And don't forget...be creative and don't be afraid to ask the difficult questions! This is your shot at learning even more about your favorite show!


is Theresa going to ever get Jane back and when

Oh and is she going to end up pregnant since well she and Jsred are always TOGETHER
Just curious
xXkakumeiXx
Kudos to a brilliant show, you make Monday nights worth being home for. I second the need for a clarification on the Niki/Jessica debate, I'd also like to know what becomes of Niki when Jessica takes over, and see a little more light shed on the nature of her power in general.

As for an idea, I've been toying with the idea of someone who had a power similar to that of Charlie's, except rather than having a supermemory, the character has photographic reflexes (i.e. the ability to perform any athletic/acrobatic/gymnastic/martial arts move perfectly after seeing it only once). I always sort of envisioned the character as a struggling teenager, probably female, who has a hard time with remembering how to do things but at the same time has a great passion for what she wants to achieve, culminating in the manifestation of that power.
collapsed__x
Hi. Well, I just wanna say to you guys that I love your show. I go blink.gif nuts about it. Hehhh... Anyways, umm...
?How'd you come up with this show?
?How is it SO ADDICTING?! ♥
?And last, but not least, did you have a good New Years? =3
papico
QUOTE (nbcskampy @ Dec 29 2006, 01:05 PM) *
SCI FI Magazine, the official publication of the SCI FI Channel, is looking for a few new heroes. We need you to use your powers to come up with questions for the creators and stars of NBC's hit show Heroes.

Simply post your suggestions as replies to this thread, and we'll send the the very best queries on to the cast to be answered in an upcoming issue of SCI FI Magazine.

And don't forget...be creative and don't be afraid to ask the difficult questions! This is your shot at learning even more about your favorite show!



I am a big fan of the show "Heroes," and I have never missed the episodes. The show is so brilliant and exciting that I cannot stop thinking about what will happen next.

I love the show overall, but there is one thing that I hate about. I am writing you, hoping my big frustration will be heard and understood by somebody, at least.

To begin, let me make the point clear enough. The Japanese spoken by "Ando" is the worst I have ever heard and extremely unbearable to my ears.

I myself am a Japanese native speaker, born and raised in Japan. When I saw the preview of this show, I was so excited about seeing a Japanese actor making success in the business.

Hiro is, without doubt, a great actor and my favorite character in the show. His Japanese is not only clear and smooth but reflecting the typical Japanese anime fan character very well. It is pleasant and fun to listen to. The physical appearance of Hiro is so real to Japanese people, and in fact, I know so many people who actually look like him in Japan.

On the other hand, I often cannot catch any single word of Ando's Japanese. As soon as I see him on TV, I was so disappointed with his face first because I was able to tell he was not Japanese. On the instant, I recognized that he was Korean only after hearing a few Japanese words he spoke. I cannot understand anything he says, although I try so hard to listen to his horrible Japanese. I was hoping his Japanese would get a little better episode by episode, but I definitely see no progress. It even gets worse. I do not know anything about acting, but I can see that he is not trying hard because other actors like Charlie can speak Japanese clearly enough. I have no problem understanding her Japanese. Ando's Japanese "stinks!" Every time he tries to articulate a Japanese word, he does not fail to turn me off. While enjoying the show, his Japanese turns me right back to the reality from the great world of hero fantasy.

As a Japanese myself, I feel not only angry but very insulted with the whole Ando deal. I do surely know that there are many authentic great Japanese actors in Hollywood, who would fit the character. I am sure all the Japanese people would be offended by the show as well because you picked Korean who cannot even make sense in his terrible Japanese over Japanese actors willing to make a great show for you. I believe in the art of Japanese language. I am so sad to see that you are ruining our culture with Ando. It is extremely insulting. Although I believe this show is better than any shows, I never recommend people to watch it, only because I do not want them to have wrong impression about the Japanese culture represented by Ando. I am deeply in love with this show, but I will never spread the words to others, as long as you somehow eliminate Ando or replace him with other real JAPANESE actor.

In the end, I appreciate that you spared your precious time to read a letter from one little audience like me. I wish you a good luck and great success in the show.
linda9681
What is the signifigance of the word "SOMA"?
Italianguy
Hi Everyone!

I love the story and the show is terrific! This is just the type of show I have been looking for, kind of like X-Files meets The Matrix meets X-Men ... well you know what I'm trying to say.

The funniest thing is that I believe that one of my cousins is the guy who plays Peter Petrelli, Milo Ventimiglia. My grandmother was Mary Grace Ventimiglia before she married my grandfather. They have both passed away several years ago.

I have been discovering that there are a few special people who are related to me through my grandfather and my grandmother. It's pretty cool! I'm not 100% sure that Milo is my cousin but ... maybe 98% sure.

Anyway, keep up the good work Milo, I can't wait to see what the next episode will be!

Sincerely,

Italianguy
serpentious
QUOTE (xXkakumeiXx @ Jan 2 2007, 01:17 AM) *
As for an idea, I've been toying with the idea of someone who had a power similar to that of Charlie's, except rather than having a supermemory, the character has photographic reflexes (i.e. the ability to perform any athletic/acrobatic/gymnastic/martial arts move perfectly after seeing it only once). I always sort of envisioned the character as a struggling teenager, probably female, who has a hard time with remembering how to do things but at the same time has a great passion for what she wants to achieve, culminating in the manifestation of that power.

so sort of like sharingan from naruto biggrin.gif
heroesfan40
I love Heroes! now my question,

As the Heroes powers get stronger will we see them develop any secondary abilities? for example Nikki has super strength will she develop invunerability as well? or D.L. can phase through objects by decreasing his molecular density will he develop the ability to increase his density? etc. all.
deas-nuts
Does DL phase his own molecules to pass through solid objects OR does he change the object's molecules so he can pass through them while continuing to be solid himself?
deas-nuts
Is Linderman the connection behind the OWI (Bennet's Organization Without Initials)? If so why does he support these efforts? Did he know someone who had abilities? ie. the Petrelli's father?
Dr. Thomas Wonder
Alas... though I clearly implied that I wouldn't further contribute, I feel compelled...

I have a comprehensive suggestion.
It's on the show's most intriguing and engrossing character: Hiro.

Please...

Have Hiro Nakamura PROPERLY TRAINED on and with--and in all matters pertaining to--the Sword...

It is vital that this is done!! His life---and the World itself---may very well depend upon it!

"A sword in the hands of the untrained or unskilled is TWICE as deadly as one wielded by the skilled", that is to say... It is actually dangerous to any and all around the reckless, ignorant wielder.

The Sword is the Extension [and can be the embodiment of] the Mind. The Mind with no focus is easily set against itself.

In my simple [and limited] understanding of these matters, it is my ardent belief that the best way for Hiro to learn will involve a riggorous path that will teach him to master all aspects of himself first [before and] as he seeks proficiency with the Sword:

Have Hiro meet and train under a Yamabushi!!

Briefly without too much digression (I hope) I will acquaint thoes that read this not immediately familiar with these amazing, legendary individuals.

[using excerpts from Wikipedia's basic overview] The Yamabushi [ 山伏 ] are...
".... Japanese mountain ascetics and warriors, mostly of the Shingon sect of Buddhism. For the most part solitary, they did form loose confederations, and associations with certain temples, and also participated in battles and skirmishes alongside samurai and sōhei [a variant of warrior-monk] on occasion....


".... [Yamabushi] began as yamahoshi
, isolated clusters (or individuals) of mountain hermits, ascetics, and 'holy men' who followed the path of shugendō: a search for spiritual, mystical, or supernatural powers gained through asceticism....


".... [Also known as shugenja] These mountain mystics came to be renowned for their magical abilities and occult knowledge, and were sought out as healers or mediums....

".... these monks studied not only nature and religious/spiritual texts and images, but also a variety of martial arts.... the idea of studying martial arts as a means to improve onself mentally and spiritually, not just physically, has always been central to Japanese culture, outside from the specific tenets of one religious sect or another. Thus, like the sōhei, the yamabushi became warriors as well as monks....
".... yamabushi were skilled in the use of a wide variety of weaponry. It should not be surprising to find references to them fighting with bow and arrow, or with sword.... "



It would take quite a bit of genuine, dilligently pursued, more advanced research than I honestly can't really afford for here, but there are numerous, viable ties/relationships between the yamabushi and the shinobi---the ninja---most importantly the shared and interweaving methodologies and shared philosophical/metaphysical roots.

I mention this merely to help emphasize that Hiro's universally ancticipated/foreseen acquisition of a weapon has only lent one to the next logical step [in thought and story-arc]: "Who will TRAIN Hiro?"
It really should be one who can almost immediately understand and accept Hiro's very existence and nature therein as a Given---even as .....ahem, "... an Evolutionary Imperative". A Yamabushi [who may very well be also a Ninja Master] would be best qualified. Disolving and Disregarding the Concept of Time is one of the tenets within their Way.
heroes4hire
To the show creators/DVD team:

Will the Season 1 DVD contain tv spots/tv previews as well? The "Coming Weeks" preview (after about the 4th episode aired I think) with the "Collide" song in the background was so awesome! I replay it on my DVR all the time!!! The tv spots/previews are some of the best! (Also the preview after the 2006 year finale was a great treat while we wait for the return on Jan. 22!

Heroes is the best new show in the last few years!!!
spider5891
- Do the actors that play the heroes ever run up to each other and exclaim "HA! MY POWER IS BETTER THAN YOURS!!"

- Any chance of a contest to make up your own hero, and get a cameo on the show if you win?
MsPlaced
Will we get to see Hiro go all Orlando Bloom at once, or is this transformation gradual over several seasons? Seeing him on the subway, I get the worst feeling he's coming from a brave new world where carrying a sword is hunky-dory, so I figure something's going to blow. NYC or where ever, something's going to change everything, and I can't help but try to put a timeline to Hiro's reality. All at once? Over time?

Thanks in advance.
kelpie
I love this show. It's amazing. The writers are doing an amazing job and have seemed to think every angle through. However, the pace of some episodes lag sometimes. I can't tell you how wonderful it is to have the whole season online! I have classes on Monday night and won't be able to catch this season either.

My suggestion is to continue with the culturally widespread casting of the heroes. Perhaps a hispanic hero! It helps the audience relate to the characters more, even if it's just through race for now. Also, don't rely your casting so strongly on such model type women; get real looking women.

I don't have any questions for the show. I can't wait to see what comes of the next season! Although I can guess already that Peter won't die, please don't ever kill him. Milo is a cutie. He's my new tv crush. tongue.gif

Oh! I thought of one! If the Haitian never spoke, then why did Eden know he was Haitian? blink.gif Can someone just guess where they're from?
kelpie
I have a new question.

Hayden, how is it to film some of your regeneration scenes? Some of those seems a little tricky to film, such as when you were on fire or when your bones are out of place and you snap them back in. Also the scenes where you have a stick in your head and your laying on the table open. Did it take a long time to shoot? What was the most complicated scene you had to film?
broke
Great show... I'll forgo the complements and just start asking....

To the creators of the show:

Are you afraid of the series getting to the point where the heroes are no longer learning their powers and are actively fighting enemies/crime/evil? Do you think that if the series gets to this point that the interest in the show will diminish? How do you plan out story arcs? Are they all planned out in advance, or is it a mixture of inspiration and pre-planning?

Are you afraid of making Skylar too powerful of a character? It seems that Peter is being setup up to eventually fight Skylar while embodying the powers of the other heroes. (many powers versus many powers) Do you feel that this future role diminishes the importance of the other heroes, as it basically just makes them vessels of power for Peter to draw from to become a Superman?

I noticed in the first few episodes of the show that the dates mentioned in the show matched perfectly with the dates in real life. I read somewhere that there were initial episodes made and then NBC ordered new episodes when the show became popular. Have these newly made shows pushed the timeline of the show beyond the November date in which the city was set to explode? Do you ever plan to put the show back on real life time again?

I noticed that in some of the newer episodes major plot events happened much slower, and characters like Niki and Hiro seemed to have extraneous plots stuck onto their arcs. Was this because new episodes were ordered and the climax of certain story arcs needed to coincide with dates set out by advertisers and NBC?

Are you going to make Ando wear tights and become a side-kick?

To the actors of the show:

Masi Oka, how did you develop the character of Hiro? Is he based on people you know, personal experiences, or a mixture of both? Were you ever afraid of people seeing your character as a stereotype? What has the reaction to your character been like in Japan? Do you think it would be better if your character was able to travel through time due to multiple timelines, or in a linear fashion?

Hayden Panettiere, you are now a roll model for many young women. You seem to have a nack for presenting yourself as a teenager with a very old soul, and you project innocence and wisdom well. Do you ever fear that you will not be able to enjoy your private life because of the role you play on the show? I know you'll never become loathsome like Brittany Spears and Paris Hilton, but has fame made it hard just to be young? Do you ever see your character changing as Claire leaves high school and sees more violence?

Adrian Pasdar, what political party do you think Nathan belongs to? Did you base your character off of any politicians you have observed in life, or are you playing a stereotype that you believe exists? Do you think the dark side of your character comes from the fact that he is a politician, or do you believe that not all politicians have to be self serving? (ie is Nathan a necessary evil) Do you sometimes wish you could play the hero instead of the neutral evil character? You seem to really shine when your normally uninterested character show compassion and plays the hero. Are you hoping for a part that will allow your character to show his heart?

Greg Grunberg , my girlfirend loved you on Felicity, and I have to admit I watched the show from time to time as she was constantly glued to it. Your character seems to be the one with the most heart and the most pain. Despite having an unfaithful wife, and everyone misunderstand your character when he tries to help them, Matt seems to somehow plod through. Do you see yourself as a rolemodel for guys who are down and out on their luck, as in "don't give up." If you were Matt would you continue to stay with the unfaithful wife or would you go for the FBI agent?

Santiago Cabrera, can you really draw? (obvious question) I think your character should have his powers tweaked slightly. It would be interesting to see your character, while in a trance, draw a cataclysmic event. Then, as the trance ends, Issac sees that he has drawn a hero cornered by some horrible event with no way out. Seeing this, Issac gets distraught and draws a door behind the hero as a way out. When the actual event occurs it should appear the trapped hero has no way out, then some sort of paper bills or boxes fall away to reveal that the door is actually there. Then your character would have the question raised, did he make the door appear or was he still fortelling the future? (even though he wasn't in a trance)

Milo Ventimiglia, I recently saw you in the Rocky movie and it was great. Do you see your character as eventually becoming a Superman embodying all the powers of the other characters, or do you hope some limit is placed on the number of powers you can absorb at one time? Of all the powers that the other heroes have, which is your favorite to mimic?

Ali Larter, do you ever find yourself confused when you leave work as if you have split personalities? Do you ever make excuses when you do something wrong in real life and blame it on Jessica? Would you ever like a scene were Niki and Jessica actually fight each other? Who would you rather have beside you in a real fight, Niki or Jessica?

Jack Coleman, I've noticed you use the affectionate name Claire-Bear for Claire on the show. Is that something you came up with or was that a written line? You seem to do a good balance of father versus MIB, which is your favorite side to play? Don't let them kill off your character as an act of martyrdom or atonement for his past actions. He doesn't have to die to prove he loves Claire. Argue with them till you're blue in the face, but don't let them kill off your character. It's brilliant. I think they should give you the power of neutralizing the powers of the heros. It would work out perfectly especially since Sylar could not use his powers against you even when the Hatian was not near you.

Jimmy Jean-Louis, you haven't had many lines during the show. Is this because English is not your first language, or did the creators want your first words to be shocking when they were spoken? Since your character is the only one (that we believe) could stop Skylar are you afraid they will kill you off to make Skylar more difficult to stop? I would suggest to the writers that instead of killing you off that they have Matt learn to neutralize your powers with his mind reading ability. (as he doesn't know you are a good character)

Nora Zehetner, just when your character was blossoming they killed her off. Do you regret leaving the show? Was the reason just because your character was too powerful? You should do Chloraseptic commercials with your "persuasive" voice. It sounds like your throat is hurting when they modify your voice like that. You could be walking down the street using your persuasive voice to tell random people to do crazy things. Then one person hears you and doesn't respond to your commands. Instead they walk up to you and hand you a Chloraseptic lozenge and it takes away your powers.... yeah i know... but I had to write it lol

To eveyone else, I apologize for not asking you a question. I am sure you will never see this post in its entirety, so I know you won't misinterpret it as a slight to your performances if I have not mentioned you here.
ImOnThElIst360
Quick Questions For The Creators:

I have wondered and probably alot of other people have wondered.. Is there some type of significance to the weird symbol thats been in the shows such as on hiros sword and as a tattoo on nicki's back right shoulder and what is it? Is it a symbol for the heroes or something having to do with the DNA structure of the Heroes? Any insight on this would be helpful.Thanks
deas-nuts
QUOTE (ImOnThElIst360 @ Jan 9 2007, 04:06 PM) *
Quick Questions For The Creators:

I have wondered and probably alot of other people have wondered.. Is there some type of significance to the weird symbol thats been in the shows such as on hiros sword and as a tattoo on nicki's back right shoulder and what is it? Is it a symbol for the heroes or something having to do with the DNA structure of the Heroes? Any insight on this would be helpful.Thanks



Answers about the super genome symbol (SGS) can be found here and here
Flytrap
QUOTE (deas-nuts @ Jan 9 2007, 10:24 PM) *
Answers about the super genome symbol (SGS) can be found here and here


I beg to differ; there are no answers in either place, just some interesting speculations.
Nightfyre
What do the heroes actors think of the powers they were given?

How did you perpare for your role? Read any comics, do any kind of research?
TransfiguredRose
We know that Peter takes on the attributes of the hereos around him. What would happen if he was around Nikki? Would he develop an alter ego? And if so, would his alter ego do similar things? Maybe, would he even act like his brother (since Jessica was Nikki's sister)?
raaaandom
First off, congrats on a fantastic show!

Question to Hayden Panettiere:
Being a teenager your character has perhaps the most potential in terms of developing her power to regenerate, growing as a person and facing challenges that she will come across not only with villains like Sylar but with her adoptive father and discovering her biological parents as well. In what ways do you wish Claire to progress throughout this season and indeed in futher seasons to come?

Question to Christopher Eccleston:
I understand the character you play will have the ability to turn invisible. We havent seen your character appear yet (no pun intended tongue.gif) however i am very much looking forward to it especially after your outstanding performance as the Doctor in the UK series Doctor Who. What do you think the character will bring to the show?
mr. magoo
QUOTE (Dr. Thomas Wonder @ Jan 6 2007, 01:02 AM) *
Alas... though I clearly implied that I wouldn't further contribute, I feel compelled...

I have a comprehensive suggestion.
It's on the show's most intriguing and engrossing character: Hiro.

Please...

Have Hiro Nakamura PROPERLY TRAINED on and with--and in all matters pertaining to--the Sword...

It is vital that this is done!! His life---and the World itself---may very well depend upon it!

"A sword in the hands of the untrained or unskilled is TWICE as deadly as one wielded by the skilled", that is to say... It is actually dangerous to any and all around the reckless, ignorant wielder.

The Sword is the Extension [and can be the embodiment of] the Mind. The Mind with no focus is easily set against itself.

In my simple [and limited] understanding of these matters, it is my ardent belief that the best way for Hiro to learn will involve a riggorous path that will teach him to master all aspects of himself first [before and] as he seeks proficiency with the Sword:

Have Hiro meet and train under a Yamabushi!!

Briefly without too much digression (I hope) I will acquaint thoes that read this not immediately familiar with these amazing, legendary individuals.

[using excerpts from Wikipedia's basic overview] The Yamabushi [ 山伏 ] are...
".... Japanese mountain ascetics and warriors, mostly of the Shingon sect of Buddhism. For the most part solitary, they did form loose confederations, and associations with certain temples, and also participated in battles and skirmishes alongside samurai and sōhei [a variant of warrior-monk] on occasion....
".... [Yamabushi] began as yamahoshi
, isolated clusters (or individuals) of mountain hermits, ascetics, and 'holy men' who followed the path of shugendō: a search for spiritual, mystical, or supernatural powers gained through asceticism....
".... [Also known as shugenja] These mountain mystics came to be renowned for their magical abilities and occult knowledge, and were sought out as healers or mediums....

".... these monks studied not only nature and religious/spiritual texts and images, but also a variety of martial arts.... the idea of studying martial arts as a means to improve onself mentally and spiritually, not just physically, has always been central to Japanese culture, outside from the specific tenets of one religious sect or another. Thus, like the sōhei, the yamabushi became warriors as well as monks....
".... yamabushi were skilled in the use of a wide variety of weaponry. It should not be surprising to find references to them fighting with bow and arrow, or with sword.... "



It would take quite a bit of genuine, dilligently pursued, more advanced research than I honestly wish to afford for here, but there are numerous, viable ties/relationships between the yamabushi and the shinobi---the ninja---most importantly the shared and interweaving methodologies and shared philosophical/metaphysical roots.

I mention this merely to help emphasize that Hiro's universally ancticipated/foreseen acquisition of a weapon has only lent one to the next logical step [in thought and story-arc]: "Who will TRAIN Hiro?"
It really should be one who can almost immediately understand and accept Hiro's very existence and nature therein as a Given---even as .....ahem, "... an Evolutionary Imperative". A Yamabushi [who may very well be also a Ninja Master] would be best qualified. Disolving and Disregarding the Concept of Time is one of the tenets within their Way.



Dude, is this a joke or are you for real? If it's a joke then you have a marvelously developed sense of humor, on a par with a comic genius such as Andy Kaufman. If you are serious, well, it's a freakin' TV show you pseudo-intellectual fruitcake.
Clark Kent
Bring back Jayma Mays!




She was one of the more interesting Heroes this show ever had, despite her only being in 3 episodes.

You can't kill off a great character just like that.

Bring her back!

Hiro needs his Charlie back!
qfazeem
Why do heroes suddenly lose their powers? Hiro cant teleport after using his abilities too much, isaac cant paint too well without the drugs, jessica comes and goes as she wants depending on if a mirror is available or not, peter absorbs and loses abilities without knowing how to use his powers, almost reminds me of a goth chick on that famous mutant cartoon we all know.
Does mohinder have a power too, aside from being confused all the time? Charlies memory is a clear reference to people with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome, being of simillar genetic makeup, I appreciate the awareness this will generate, after Tom Kruise made "Rain Man" based on Autistic savant Kim Peek.

Qazi Fazli Azeem
Asperger Savant
Karachi, Pakistan.
www.fazliazeem.com
Neve
I was really excited about this show biggrin.gif , until I noticed that in females, the Hero gene appears to be linked to blond hair dry.gif .

The only dark female in the show has no obvious powers. Would be nice to see some heroines that are not blond! Even brunettes would be nice (I would not go as far as to suggest that they would actually be non-white ohmy.gif ). Don't think it will happen though sad.gif .

May eventually start watching again, the story seems good enough if a little slow.

Other than that the show was fun.
Wiccian
Sylar what is his future and how many heroes ARE there?
Pillar
During the "God Send" episode I noticed that the detective referenced Lake Ramsey which is located in Sudbury Ontario when he identified where the body was found. Im from Sudbury Ontario so I was curious why it was chosen for the script out of all places. Thanks.
signnprincess
Im moving your post to the questions thread that is pinned to the top because no one here can answer that the writers etc dont post here to answer your question wink.gif
Pillar
thanks, im new so i dont know where everything is yet, lol. thanks again.
Maskeraid
QUOTE (nbcskampy @ Dec 29 2006, 05:05 PM) *
SCI FI Magazine, the official publication of the SCI FI Channel, is looking for a few new heroes. We need you to use your powers to come up with questions for the creators and stars of NBC's hit show Heroes.

Simply post your suggestions as replies to this thread, and we'll send the the very best queries on to the cast to be answered in an upcoming issue of SCI FI Magazine.

And don't forget...be creative and don't be afraid to ask the difficult questions! This is your shot at learning even more about your favorite show!



For ideas I have two.
The first is someone whose presence affects probabilities around them kinda like a lady luck both good and bad luck happens to those around them.

The second is a Null. When someone gets close to the person their powers fade until they are close enough that they dont work at all. the farther away they get from the Null the less effect the Null has on them.
greattalentgodsend
Hey there creators and actors!!! Awesome friggin show!!! Ok...so I was reading the online story...the four parter with Hana....I'm assuming she is gonna be friends with Micah somehow....did you notice one of the people involved in the creation of the comic is named Michah? My memory really sucks right now sorry......anywayz....the following is just stuff in my head.....Umm...Isaac's ex simone...she works for Linderman doesn't she.....that t-rex is a villain that turns into animals or reptiles.....maybe she is the t-rex..... the haitian is an angel....the whole great talent, godsend thing actually takes the show to a paranormal, good/evil thing....i thought the haitian was actually the fathers power, but then he started helping the cheerleader, so thats outta the question....petrelli takes the radiation guys power to stop him from causing harm (he learns how to take it away completely from the invicible guy)...the cheerleaders friend gets killed...the mind reader finds out its a government project...that fbi chick gets killed...the older petrelli resigns from office...the petrellis fly to the atmosphere to release the energy absorbed...Hana is sent to Iraq to find out where bin laden is recording his lil home movies from...we find out he works for the gov't and he's an actor...lmao!!! Had to throw something stupid in there sorry....oh yeah that Hana Gitelman is an anagram probably....maybe something about the 9th wonders or an angel or maybe healing something...i dunno.....something...ok this is all for now...gotta get to bed...i will post more!!!!!
MrGameShow
On tonight's episode of GODSEND, there was a mention that Eden's body was found in "Ramsey Lake, in Sudbury.. somewhere in Ontario"..

Considering that the lake is about a 5 minute walk from my house in Canada, I'm wondering how the producers decided to use this particular body of water?
oregoncrazyman
Okay my question probally won't make Si-Fi magazine I can't afford the subscription,but I'm hoping that my question will be seen here by some suit and/or writer that wanders in . First let me say I think Heros rocks and that said I will continue to watch no matter what but isn't it time to get the action going? I tuned in thinking this was perhaps a serious exploration of the idea behind X-men and that seems so,and if that is the case let's get these HEROS together and start them off thwarting some smaller but yet still serious villians and/or just criminal elements to start exercising their powers ?? Let's make Hiro the star not peter and let's get some action,please? Can we make it a show where Heros do Heroic things? Days of our lives is afternoons not at 9p.m. Monday nights. I love the show I'm sure someone is ****** by my opinion but given the chance to put it out there and hope someone would see it I had to go for it?
Loresinger
My question is whether we'll see other women heroes - right now we have the unbreakable cheerleader and a wacko (not overly complimentary types LOL). Mind you there could be something in the plot about powers being tied moreso to the Y chromosone... but right now the guys are getting all the fun parts (smile).

BTW great use of foreshadowing without giving away the whole store!

Thanks for a fresh, captivating, well thought out show!

Trish
Lil_Boy_fresh
I think in all honesty that there are too many adult heroes as far as I know there is only two heroes that are child/teenager so my obvious question is Why aren't there more hero children/teenagers
Lil_Boy_fresh
I've come up with a idea for a hero who can run really fast with the cunning of a cat he would be come primal as his form was altered. he would be a mischivous teenager who can only be stopped by Hiro who can stop time. his home life is **** so with his abilities he can run away from his problems and everyone else
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