“Heroes,” which revolves around super powered humans all across the globe, was a massive hit in its first season. People couldn’t seem to get enough of the show and the characters (especially Hiro and Claire). However, when season two rolled around, there was a huge backlash against some new characters and the story arcs involving a virus. After viewing the second season, I can’t say I fully understand the criticisms. Granted, the second season does have its flaws. I personally could have done without Maya and Alejandro, the backpack rescue mission in the finale, anything involving Nikki, and Peter’s Ireland adventure. Even with those complaints, there is still much to admire in this season. I found that several of the new characters really spiced up the show, especially Elle and West. Elle, played by the superb actress Kristen Bell of “Veronica Mars” fame, is a nice complex character who can be both good and bad. West (Nicholas D’Agosto) is a kind hearted “good” guy character who makes for a great love interest for Claire. Among the other aspects of the season I enjoyed were Hiro’s adventures in Feudal Japan, learning about the character’s parents past, as well as seeing how Sylar can still be evil even without his powers. I can’t wait to see Sylar (and other villains) take center stage in season three which is being dubbed “Villains.” Overall, I would recommend checking out the second season of “Heroes.” Sure, it’s not perfect, but neither was season one. With intriguing new characters, action-packed episodes like “Four Months Ago,” and plenty of plot twists, there’s enough here to satisfy fans of the series.

Nick Lyons