A HUGE PROBLEM with Illana' theory
At the "real" Locke's funeral, Illana said that the Man in Black cannot change forms anymore - it can only appear as John Locke.

Hey Heisler
As a devoted fan of your weekly column of Heroes-hate, I can honestly say that while I would enjoy it if you continued this column another year (assuming, of course, Heroes returns for another year), I don't begrudge you if you choose to end the Heroes coverage.