Gill responds to Agatham's question which is exactly the same thing as you are confused about!

Guys please read the boards, 2 posts down is not hard to read before asking the same questions! No hate. Let's move the debate on to another question!

When Peter attacks Samuel he launches a stealth attack in order to approach Samuel at speed (Remember Peter can only absorb powers now through touch – hitting Samuel hard and fast is the best tactic for a mimic. Peter has used this strategy many times, – against Sylar, against himself, his future self used this tactic etc etc) THEN he takes Samuel's power and nullifies his attack.

I repeat, since Nathan is dead and Sylar is off again he has no other option but to acquire flight to get there AND to attack Samuel.

Someone also pointed out on a different board when we settled this debate sme months back this key point a lot of people miss (although I thought it was obvious) – After Peter has the conversation with Claire and asks about West, he DOES NOT immediately fly off. The scene cuts and then they switch to the other city. The viewer is expected to assume that Peter has now gone off to acquire that power in Odessa. With a show like this the writers know that they viewers are aware of these characters abilities and capabilities. They don't need to spoonfeed every detail, otherwise it's a soap opera.

I don't mean to sound insulting to anyone, I'm just pointing out things so hopefully we can all understand and enjoy the show we love better. No hate.

and micah could come back.