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Theory	Citations	Notes
Waffles are part of a conspiracy to take over the world.	None.	+ Waffles appear in quite a number of places. + Ads for waffles, waffle makers, and restaurants known for waffles have even been known to appear on this very page. See for yourself. Coincidence? • Kaito is opposed to them, and is also, possibly, opposed to Linderman's actions. Perhaps he said he would not like waffles because he knows that Linderman is somehow using them to influence the population. - Waffles aren't evil. - However, experts have reached the consensus that waffles are corrupted by evil. + The deadly biological weapon Northrax smells like maple syrup.
Waffles augment evolved humans' powers.	Both Hiro and Claire eat waffles before using their power. (Hiros, Collision)	+ This might also explain why Charlie works at Burnt Toast Diner -- she can get free waffles to strengthen her enhanced memory. + The power of waffles might be the reason Sylar takes the precaution of freezing James Walker before removing his brain. He could have mistakenly thought the latter was eating a waffle. + This is true as Sylar could smell waffles. Molly ate all the waffles for herself (leaving James with breakfast cereal) which augmented her power.
Waffles are tasty.	None.	+ Hiro admits having eaten waffles, and likes them. His father has admitted to not eating waffles, and doesn't like them.
Muffins suppresses the augmentative effect of waffles.	When Claire was removing freshly baked muffins from the oven in Better Halves, her power was weakened enough for her to feel pain.	+ Muffin backing within the Bennet household is likely part of Mr. Bennet's plan to conceal Claire from the Company. - When West and Claire discuss their abilities, Claire says she still feels pain. - When Claire reached down the sink to grab her ring and had her hand cut up, her face showed a very pained expression.
Donuts are more powerful than waffles.	After Matt Parkman ate a dozen donuts, his power begins to manifest.	+ The immediate apprehension of Eden shows the Company's concern over donut consumption.
The reason we never see Hiro's waffles is that he is wholly unimpressed by them and is convinced that there must be truly incredible waffles out there. His search will lead him to Belgium ca. WWII where he will become the inspiration for the Flemish comic book character, Nero.	None.	• Everybody knows the best waffles are in Belgium, not America.
Waffles allow one to achieve a euphoria sensation.	None.	+ Hiro admits having eaten waffles and enjoys them. • A possible reason Isaac was able to stay clean of heroin was because he used waffles as a substitute. - He might have put other drugs in the waffles
Candice has disguised herself as a waffle.	None.	• You never know... + This would explain why Sylar is unable to use Candice's power.
Eden persuaded Hiro and Claire to like waffles.	None.	• Hiro's dad and Sylar could have been persuaded to not like waffles. • This may be why most people like waffles. • This may be why most of us watch Heroes!
Tim Kring owns stock in the Waffle House chain.	None.	• or maybe Mr. Muggles owns stock...
An important plot twist will occur on International Waffle Day.	None.	• International Waffle Day falls on March 25. - March 25 is a Sunday. Heroes is shown on Mondays... + ...except in 2009, when it falls on a Monday, and after such a long time, the last episode could occur when everything comes together.
Waffles have the same power as Eden and want people to eat them so they can manipulate people's minds.	None	+ Hiro could have lost his powers struggling in a battle against waffles rather than losing them by causing a rift or not believing in himself. - Waffles don't evolve. + That's what they want you to think. + There is no evidence pointing in the opposite direction.
Noah ran home because he smelled waffles.	None	+ Waffles are tasty. Mmmmmmm...
The smell of waffles can alert people as to the location of evolved humans.	None	+ Sylar was able to locate and execute Charlie after Hiro ordered waffles. (Seven Minutes to Midnight) + He found Molly and her parents as they were eating waffles for breakfast. However, Molly ate all the waffles before Sylar could harness their power and this actually caused Molly to gain her power. (Don't Look Back) + Hiro's excess waffle consumption lead to his father locating him and attempting to stop his journey to save the world. (The Fix) + When Claire got a message from West saying he could smell waffles she was scared. This isn't because she thought Noah and West would meet, but because The Company could now find them. (Out of Time) + Noah Bennet rushed home smelling waffles. His obvious concern was that the Company would be able to locate them. Later the Company confirmed they had located Claire by sending Mohinder. (Out of Time)