The following contains spoilers for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, now streaming on Netflix

Jurassic World: Chaos Theory gives Brooklynn a mysterious storyline throughout season 1 that quietly sets up a major connection to the Jurassic World films and teases the future of the series. Played by Jenna Ortega previously in Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, the sequel series initally presents the character (now played by Kiersten Kelly) as the victim of a dinosaur attack. As the season progresses, her friends discover evidence that this wasn’t an accidental encounter, and they may soon be targeted in a similar fashion. Their investigation also reveals more about Brooklynn was doing at the time of her disappearance.

The series pushes the Jurassic World franchise forward in exciting ways.It’s a solid mystery element that is threaded throughout the season, slowly revealing more about Brooklynn and how much she’s changed since the previous series. By the end of the season, which reveals Brooklynn’s survival in Chaos Theory, the character has been set up to play a very important role in a lingering Jurassic World mystery. Brooklynn’s storyline will likely be a driving factor in the upcoming season 2 of Chaos Theory, and could even be the key to fully connecting the animated show to the film plotlines.

Brooklynn’s Mysterious Chaos Theory Arc, Explained

Questions Surrounding Brooklynn Drive Most Of Chaos Theory‘s First Season

The mysteries surrounding Brooklynn’s investigation and fate are a key element of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory season 1, and set up the future of the franchise. Season 1 largely focuses on the other five members of the Nublar Six as they try to stay ahead of the conspiracy that seemingly killed Brooklynn with a targeted dinosaur attack. The group steadily uncover details about Brooklynn that raises serious questions about their friend, such as a secret apartment, a small fortune in cash, and communications with the dinosaur black market. She’d even been meeting with Kenji’s villainous father to discuss his plans.

All of this raises serious questions about Brooklynn’s actions before her apparent death. The season ends with the revelation that Brooklynn actually survived the attempt on her life and is still investigating the mysterious conspiracy through the dark web, although it’s unclear what her end goal is. She’s also seemingly content keeping her survival a secret, even from her friends. This raises a number of questions about how far Brooklynn has gone and is willing to go to uncover the truth, giving the show a clear mystery to expand upon in future storylines.

How Brooklynn’s Arc Connects To The Jurassic World Films

Brooklynn’s Investigation Touches On A Major Element From Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

At the heart of Brooklynn’s investigation and much of Chaos Theory‘s overarching plot is the illegal capture and sale of dinosaurs. Members of the DPW seem to be working with some mysterious benefactor, with the group proving casually lethal across the season. This gives Chaos Theory an inherent connection to the revelations from Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and Jurassic World: Dominion, with the former specifically introducing secretive dinosaur auctions. The climax of Fallen Kingdom largely took place in the aftermath of one such auction, suggesting that these kinds of sales have become a driving force in the Jurassic World universe.

Brooklynn’s investigation could take her further into that largely unseen world, and it could tie her further into the events of the films. The potentially expansive scope of the conspiracy could make Brooklynn’s investigation an important key to how the Jurassic World series progresses, especially if Jurassic World 4 continues to push the overarching direction of the franchise. This could make Brooklynn one of the most important characters in the franchise going forward, with her investigation opening the door to several new avenues for the show and the films to go in.

How Brooklynn’s Story Sets Up Chaos Theory Season 2

Brooklynn’s investigation will likely be a key aspect of season 2 of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory. The season’s final moments confirm that Brooklynn is operating outside of the law, seemingly working alongside members of the DPW that are taking part in the sale and transport of dinosaurs. Brooklynn’s investigation could play a big part in revealing how a major dinosaur organization like the DPW would be willing to take part in the auction investigation. This in turn could resolve lingering unawnswered questions from the Jurassic World films and more openly connect the show to the movies.

Season 2 is poised to deal with the fallout of her investigation, which could be an easy way to bring in other Jurassic World characters. Brooklynn’s survival and continued investigation means she’ll inevitably reunite with the rest of the group, who may have justified suspicions of her motives and morality following the events of season 1. Jurassic World: Chaos Theory has set up a lot of mysteries that season 2 and subsequent seasons must explore, and it could help solidfy Brooklynn as one of the franchise’s most important characters.