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Jade discovers the scavengers intend to sell her to Umbrella. During a chaotic confrontation where Umbrella forces massacre the scavengers, a high-ranking agent named Richard Baxter informs Jade that her sister is looking for her. Key Themes and Critical Reception

In the series premiere of Resident Evil , titled "[S1E1] Welcome to New Raccoon City," the story establishes two distinct timelines set 14 years apart, following the Jade Wesker and her sister Billie Wesker . 2022: The Arrival in New Raccoon City [S1E1] Welcome to New Raccoon City

The sisters struggle to fit into the "Stepford Wives" atmosphere of the city. While Jade is rebellious, Billie is a sensitive vegetarian who becomes distressed after seeing evidence of animal testing at Umbrella. Jade discovers the scavengers intend to sell her to Umbrella

After a research accident involving her own blood attracts a massive horde and a giant mutated caterpillar, Jade is "rescued" by a group of scavengers. 2022: The Arrival in New Raccoon City The

Reviewers from The Review Geek and Vulture noted that this version of Resident Evil focuses more on teen drama and corporate conspiracy than the pure survival horror of the games. While the dual-timeline structure was praised for its ambition, some critics found the jumping between eras jumbled and disorienting.