In the climactic thirteenth episode of "Debris," the tumultuous science fiction series concludes in quintessential network television style—with an ambiguous conclusion that only deepens the mystery, leaving more questions dangling in the air. The episode kicks off with a poignant scene: a woman joins a solemn throng, socially distanced yet united in their tears.
Elsewhere, Bryan and Finola receive word of Anson mysteriously vanishing from Langley. They hastily converge at the antenna site, where George is frantically cocooned in aluminum foil, desperate to escape. He possesses coordinates pointing to the location of the map-maker debris, but the signal is faltering, barely discernible. His erratic behavior escalates after glimpsing a bizarre, swirling humanoid figure lurking in the forest depths.
The trio arrives at ground zero, where the tearful assembly stands, facing East, entranced and seemingly preconditioned by some unseen force. George joins them in their quest, and together, they embark on a mission to uncover the debris fragment and unravel its enigmatic machinations. When the gathered crowd bursts into laughter, George swiftly deduces that this shared mirth signifies emotional convergence—a phenomenon drawing together emotionally charged individuals amidst pivotal moments in their lives.
As George inches closer, the debris fragment gleams seductively in the sunlight, sparkling like a beacon. United in their curiosity, they commence an intensive study. George concludes that severing the bond between the people and the debris is imperative to relocate it. However, this drastic action carries a steep price: the individuals involved will have their memories systematically erased, lost to the ether.
With precious moments dwindling, devising an alternative strategy is out of the question, a dire circumstance exacerbated by the impending arrival of INFLUX agents. It transpires that George Jones, far from deceased, was the architect behind their summons, having orchestrated his own demise as a catalyst for rebirth. The fragment of debris we encounter is merely a minute facet of a grander enigma, George's ambition to harness its power for the metamorphosis of the human psyche. He dreams of elevating humanity to a superior realm of existence.
Speaking of malevolent figures, Anson crosses paths with Otto, memorably portrayed by John Noble, who once embodied Walter Bishop in 'Fringe.' A telltale droplet of blood adorns Otto's countenance, a grim testament to his ruthless slaying and twisting of souls within a gas station. They embark on a perilous journey, steering towards the debris site with urgency.
Eventually, they successfully ambush Finola, training their guns on her. Accompanied by Otto, George reveals the dawn of a "telesphere," an entity born from a concealed dimension within Orbital, whose emergence might have sparked the debris' manifestation. Armed with electronic gadgets, the team meticulously severs the debris' connection to those facing east, administering pills to INFLUX members and Finola alike to safeguard their recollections. Tragically, Bryan, alongside fifty other brainwashed individuals, is fated to be a sacrificial pawn in this scheme.
The ensuing explosion hurtles everyone towards the group, their minds erased, leaving the debris fragment free to be transported into George's vehicle. Bryan stumbles to his feet, battling confusion. Miraculously, his memories remain unscathed, defying the expected oblivion.
Otto scrutinizes him intently and comes to the realization that he is, in fact, the elusive "Third Man" at the heart of this entire saga. His identity, carefully concealed throughout, now emerges as the linchpin in unraveling the mystery. Meanwhile, Influx and George Jones depart together, while Bryan remains with Finola. It is here that she uncovers his hidden wound—sustained in a perilous encounter involving debris, Garcia, and a Chinese operative named Ming. Ever since, medication has been his constant companion, leading him to conclude that they must inform Maddox of the unfolding drama.
Elsewhere, Maddox crosses paths with Irina, and together they ponder a fragment of debris that he has extracted from Langley. Bringing it back to Dario's presence, an astonishing transformation occurs: Dario, who had been silent, suddenly finds his voice again. This miraculous revival seems intricately linked to the debris, though whether it is a direct consequence or a more nuanced cause-and-effect relationship stemming from the debris's impact remains uncertain. Regardless, it is a heartening development.
Recall the Indian figure, bathed in the golden hues of the setting sun? He is intertwined in this narrative too, revealed now by his true name: Dahkeya. Alongside him within this intricate web is the enigmatic white orb that once captivated Finola's gaze from Langley. MI-6 agent Brill is also present, asserting that this orb has traversed a "long journey."
Venturing deeper into a cavern, the camera sweeps across to reveal another Finola, ensnared within a cryogenic slumber. What does this tapestry of events portend? We are left eagerly awaiting, our fingers crossed, for a potential second season to shed further light!
