The third season continues the saga of people across the globe who possess various superhuman powers. As they struggle to cope with their extraordinary abilities, they also work to prevent foreseen disasters.
The season is divided into two volumes:
Volume Three: Villains(First 13 episodes):
Begins with an assassination attempt onNathan Petrelliby a future version ofPeter Petrelli. The consequences of this event unfold throughout the volume.
Several villains with abilities escape from the Company’s prisons and join forces withArthur PetrelliatPinehearst Company. Arthur aims to find a formula that grants ordinary people abilities to improve the world.
Character arcs involveTracy Straussdiscovering her origins,Sylargrappling with loyalty decisions,Peterlosing his ability,Mohinder Sureshgranting himself an ability, andHiro Nakamurauncovering a family secret.
Volume Four: Fugitives(Final 12 episodes):
After the destruction ofPrimatechandPinehearst, the heroes attempt to lead normal lives. However,Nathaninforms the President of the United States about people with abilities, leading to the formation of a government force to round them up.
Micah Sanders, posing as “Rebel,” helps people with abilities hide from the government.
