The Five (group) - Sanctuary

"The Five" are a group of scientists studying abnormals and paranormal researchers; dedicated to expanding their knowledge of the physical world (by the most unconventional means).

The original members came together at Oxford University in the Victorian Era. One of it's members; Helen Magnus, was able to procure a sample of blood from a species named "Sanguine Vampiris" (or in reality a pure, ancient form of vampire). The sample in question dated from before the time when vampires were killed off or sterilized. Magnus derived a serum from the blood and discovered that, if injected, they would gain extraordinary powers. The group's members each chose to "evolve"; and so Magnus insisted on being the first to experiment with it. In time, each of the five injected the serum and each received unique "gifts" as a result.

• Helen Magnus: Longevity
• John Druitt: Teleportation
• Nikola Tesla: Part-Vampire Creature
• Nigel Griffin: Invisibility
• James Watson: Enhanced Intelligence

Each member, however, received forms of longevity that allowed them to live longer than most humans (though Magnus' was permanent; while the other's forms of the ability merely slowed down the ageing process). Each of it's members were connected by this secret; which they would protect for ages to come.

The group effectively reformed to fight The Cabal when it experimented into launching a biological weapon designed to turn all Abnormals against humans.

Its an interesting premise, and not too bad a mix of sci-fi/fantasy for television.

Its a shame though, that Amanda Tapping's English accent is so distracting. But still, its a good watch.

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