Great thoughts there, Weltek. Yes, I have to say that I have pondered the resolution to the Island and smokey without a protector as well. Something that possibly marry the resolution on the Island, and the Flash: Sideways. Definitely has something to do with the Electromagnetic powers of the island.As Eleanor once told Desmond, "The island is not done with you yet." Also, Faraday once told Desmond (during a time travel where he knocks on the Swan door and Desmond answers in a yellow suit) that he has some miraculous, special ability nobody else has and is the only one that can save them. Guess Faraday meant that in a bigger sense than just that moment.
Yes, you are right, and thanks for bringing this up. I had forgotten the scene with Faraday and Desmond. I will have to go in search of that scene and replay it. I remember Faraday instructing Desmond then, and yes, perhaps that's why I knew that Desmond would indeed be the "key".
Also great to bring up the Faraday story again, and yes, it will hopefully provide a big puzzle peice to the resolution as well. Thanks.