Noah realizes that Claire has stolen the compass and gone to find the carnival, but must deal with several unexpected visitors. Claire and Gretchen arrive at the carnival and Samuel shows them the sights, while Peter goes after Sylar in an effort to get Nathan back.

Noah meets an old friend while trying to prepare is first Bennet Thanksgiving as a single man. Angela insists that Peter and Nathan join her for a Thanksgiving meal. Samuel begins the carnival Thanksgiving while Lydia convinces Hiro to help her learn the truth about Joseph’s murder.

Samuel learns just how powerful he can become and takes dangerous measures to reach his full potential. Meanwhile, as Tracy begins to lose control of her ability, one of her own comes in harms way.

Noah and the Haitian arrive to help Claire deal with the attack on Gretchen at the slaughterhouse. Peter comes to terms with his newest mimicked power while helping Emma make a decision about her life. Sylar takes extreme measures to force Matt to tell him where his body is.

Hiro heads back to the past to try and save the love of his life.

Sylar torments Matt’s head. A young boy is helped by Tracy. Things turn sour for Claire and Gretchen as they are hazed by their new sorority sisters.

Sylar learns of his past. Peter and HRG are on a mission to find someone that may be able to help Hiro out.

Samuel is informed about the dangers of bringing new faces to the clan. Sylar struggles to find the truth about his past.