I realize that I have become more and more impressed with shows that don't need two episodes for their pilot episode. While there have been some fantastic double-stuffed openings (I'm thinking of Alias and Dark Angel here) I think it really shows the strength of the writers (especially when they have a more complex premise) to be able to introduce the characters, the situation, and tell a complete intro in the forty minutes they're going to be getting each week.
Day 01 - Favorite female character
Day 02 - Favorite male character

Day 01 - Favorite female character
Day 02 - Favorite male character