Buzz for the fourth season of Heroes has already started, mere days after the show's mediocre third season finale.

For example, Michael Ausiello has released a trio of interesting nuggets regarding the series' fifth volume, titled "Redemption." Enjoy:

• Zachary Quinto will return next season.
• The show will introduce a mysterious new villain.
• Tracy, and her revenge arc, will be a major focus.

So... a new, scary face and more of an old, beautiful one? Sounds like the show is on the right track to us.

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