Enhanced memory: Difference between revisions
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Sylar was able to read the owner's manual for a tractor-trailer and immediately use that knowledge to drive the vehicle. |
Sylar was able to read the owner's manual for a tractor-trailer and immediately use that knowledge to drive the vehicle. |
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The limits of what a character with this power may remember are not yet known. To date, all of the examples shown are based on information the user has read; whether other information can be recalled is unknown. However, Charlie did state that she was able to remember things whether she wanted to or not |
The limits of what a character with this power may remember are not yet known. To date, all of the examples shown are based on information the user has read; whether other information can be recalled is unknown. However, Charlie did state that she was able to remember things whether she wanted to or not. |
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== Examples == |
== Examples == |
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* [[Charlie Andrews|Charlie]] learns both spoken and written Japanese in a matter of days after [[Hiro Nakamura|Hiro]] [[space-time manipulation|travels]] back into the past and gives her a Japanese phrase book. (''[[Episode:Six Months Ago|Six Months Ago]]'') |
* [[Charlie Andrews|Charlie]] learns both spoken and written Japanese in a matter of days after [[Hiro Nakamura|Hiro]] [[space-time manipulation|travels]] back into the past and gives her a Japanese phrase book. (''[[Episode:Six Months Ago|Six Months Ago]]'') |
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* [[Sylar]] skims the operations manual for [[Northeast Brewing Company truck|an eighteen-wheeler]] and successfully drives it cross-country. (''[[Graphic Novel:Road Kill|Road Kill]]'') |
* [[Sylar]] skims the operations manual for [[Northeast Brewing Company truck|an eighteen-wheeler]] and successfully drives it cross-country. (''[[Graphic Novel:Road Kill|Road Kill]]'') |
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* [[Sylar]] says, "I remember you." to [[Peter]], implying that he remembered him using Charlie's stolen Enhanced Memory. (''[[Episode:Parasite|Parasite]]'') |
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==Memorable Quotes== |
==Memorable Quotes== |
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"''You have power, big memory.''" |
"''You have power, big memory.''" |
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: - [[Charlie]], [[Hiro]] (''[[Six Months Ago]]'') |
: - [[Charlie]], [[Hiro]] (''[[Six Months Ago]]'') |
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==Notes== |
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* [[Sylar]] says to [[Peter]], "I remember you." It is unknown whether Sylar was using his newly [[power theft|acquired]] enhanced memory of if he was simply remembering Peter on his own. (''[[Episode:Parasite|Parasite]]'') |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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Revision as of 11:57, 28 June 2007
| Enhanced memory | |
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 Charlie helps out with a crossword puzzle | |
| Originally held by: | Charlie Andrews |
| Absorbed by: | Sylar |
| Ability to: | Recall facts in memory with great accuracy |
| Examples of enhanced memory | |
Enhanced memory is the ability to recall images, sounds, or objects in memory with great accuracy, and in seemingly unlimited volume.
Characters
- This power was originally possessed by Charlie Andrews.
- Sylar killed Charlie and acquired this ability from her.
Limits
Charlie was able to remember everything she read since she first manifested this power. She was also able to comprehend and use the knowledge gained almost immediately.
Sylar was able to read the owner's manual for a tractor-trailer and immediately use that knowledge to drive the vehicle.
The limits of what a character with this power may remember are not yet known. To date, all of the examples shown are based on information the user has read; whether other information can be recalled is unknown. However, Charlie did state that she was able to remember things whether she wanted to or not.
Examples
- Charlie Andrews immediately knows the obscure answer (Kanyakumari) to a crossword puzzle on which Sheriff Davidson was working. (Seven Minutes to Midnight)
- Charlie learns to speak some basic Japanese, having only started reading her phrase book one week ago. (Seven Minutes to Midnight)
- Charlie learns both spoken and written Japanese in a matter of days after Hiro travels back into the past and gives her a Japanese phrase book. (Six Months Ago)
- Sylar skims the operations manual for an eighteen-wheeler and successfully drives it cross-country. (Road Kill)
Memorable Quotes
"If you really want to test me, you oughta ask if I remember your credit-card numbers."
"Very! Good! Memory!"
"Yeah, I remember lots and lots. It's just something that my brain started doing lately, whether I want it to or not."
- - Hiro, Charlie (Seven Minutes to Midnight)
"Yeah, lately, I sorta remember everything I read. It's kind of a skill, I guess."
- - Charlie (to Hiro) (Six Months Ago)
"Lately, I've just been able to remember everything."
"You have power, big memory."
- - Charlie, Hiro (Six Months Ago)
Notes
- Sylar says to Peter, "I remember you." It is unknown whether Sylar was using his newly acquired enhanced memory of if he was simply remembering Peter on his own. (Parasite)
Gallery
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Charlie remembers arcane crossword puzzle trivia, like Ghandi's resting place. -
Charlie shares her wealth of knowledge with Hiro. -
Charlie learns Japanese very quickly. -
Sylar skims a trucking manual and easily remember the entire text.
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| Evolutions Abilities |
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| Graphic Novel Abilities |
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| See Also: Extension:DynamicPageList3 (DPL3), version 3.6.1: Error: MediaWiki\Extension\DynamicPageList3\Query::buildAndSelect: The DynamicPageList3 extension (version 3.6.1) produced a SQL statement which led to a Database error.<br/>The reason may be an internal error of DynamicPageList3 or an error that you made; especially when using parameters like 'categoryregexp' or 'titleregexp'. Usage of non-greedy <code>*?</code> matching patterns are not supported.<br/>The error message was:<br/><code></code> • Examples of enhanced memory | |||||