Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Chicago PD Season 12, Episode 5!Chicago Police showrunner Gwen Sigan said season 12 will introduce one of the darkest characters, signifying what’s next for the procedural series. Chicago Police season 12 got off to a darker start than most seasons, with newly promoted Detective Martel (Victoria Cartagena) being shot and killed in the premiere episode. Since then, Intelligence has handled many high-profile cases while adjusting to changing dynamics. This includes the arrival of police officer Kiana Cook (Toya Turner), who, in episode 5 of season 12, proved to be a valuable asset to the team.
Talking to TV lineSigan revealed that Chicago Police season 12 will soon introduce some major villains, including one who is the darkest character the series has ever dealt with. The showrunner explained that the first of these villains will appear in episodes 6 and 7, while the darkest antagonist yet will appear in episode 10. She also clarified that the latter will be available for a few episodes, indicating plenty of development surrounding her crimes. Check out what Sigan has to say below:
There are a couple, yes. I can tell you that we introduced a bit of a big problem in episode 6 (airing November 6) and then in episode 7, you’ll find out more. And then we have another, I would say one of the darkest characters we’ve done is introduced in episode 10, who will also be present in a few episodes of the season. So yeah, we have some really twisted big bads coming.
What Sigan’s Tease About Chicago PD’s Next Villain Means for Season 12
Dark times are about to fall upon intelligence
With the cast of Chicago Police Season 12 suffering a shocking defeat from the start, the season has already cemented itself as one of the darkest yet. Sigan’s tease involving new villains means Sergeant Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) and his team will need to be more vigilant than ever before in dealing with these new threats. The group has dealt with many antagonistic forces before, from murderous stalkers to drug kingpins. This doesn’t make it clear how the new villain will exceed these limits and how horrible his actions will be.
Since this shadowy character will be a multi-episode threat, his actions could involve multiple crimes, with the boss murders among them. While It’s unclear what will set them apart from the many other threats the team has faced across more than 200 episodes.it looks like it could involve a taboo subject that the show has yet to address. Whatever the case, it can be dangerous for everyone from seasoned veterans to eager newcomers to the team, pushing the limits that a potential Chicago Police season 13 might not even be able to keep up.
Our Take on the Chicago Police Department’s Dark New Antagonist
They will test the team in new ways
With very few details about who this new villain will be, Chicago Police Season 12 Episode 10 appears to involve a shocking plot centered on an unexpected type of antagonist. Depending on what his crimes actually are, they could end up having major ramifications for the team’s advancement as the rest of the episodes unfold. With many unknowns to be explored, it won’t be long before the series reveals just how dangerous this new antagonist is.
Chicago Police returns with Season 12, Episode 6, ‘Pawns’, on Wednesday, November 6 at 10pm ET on NBC.
Source: TV line