Brain examination

Several of Sylar's victims have had their brains removed. At present, it's unclear why some victims have encephalectomies and some do not, although most of the victims to have their brains removed have been confirmed (or believed by Sylar) to be Evolved Humans. As seen during Jackie's execution, Sylar used his powers to split Jackie's head open.

List of Victims with Brains Removed

• Isaac Mendez, in a possible future
• Molly's father, mid-bite while he ate dinner
• Two other unknown figures, as seen in Mr. Bennet's photos
• Charlie, ironically while aggressively removing the top off a can of food
• Jackie Wilcox, in the locker room of Union Wells High School.
  • By taking credit for Claire's rescue at the train wreck, Sylar believes Jackie is the one with special powers. Jackie becomes the victim illustrated in Isaac's painting.

Notes

• It is unclear whether or not Brian Davis had his brain removed. Sylar (as Gabriel Gray/Gabriel Sylar) hit him from behind with a large crystal, and shortly thereafter acquired the same powers as Brian. We presently do not know how this was accomplished.
• According to Chandra Suresh, the soul is in the brain.

Gallery

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  Isaac Mendez
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  Jackie Wilcox
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  Charlie
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  Molly Walker's father

External Links

• Brain Removal
• Complete Brain Removal (Warning: Very Graphic)
• Cat Brain Removal (Warning: Very Graphic)