Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthrough: spoiler-free guide solutions for every case (2024)

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is one of the all-time great visual novel mystery style games, and it's had quite the journey. It began life as a Japan-only Game Boy Advance title, then found huge success worldwide on Nintendo DS. Since then it's traveled all over - mobile, Wii, 3DS - and now it's back, releasing for PC, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. It's as good as it ever was.

The game ushers you through a series of trials, and on this page we're offering a spoiler-freePhoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthrough, detailing the correct path through every trial in the game to see the story through to its conclusion. We've got a whole suite of Ace Attorney Trilogy guides, including spoiler-free walkthroughs for both this game's successors - Justice For All (Ace Attorney 2) and .

You can use the links below, after this image, to jump to a specific case or section of the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney:

• Case 1: The First Turnabout
  • Trial: Day One
• Case 2: Turnabout Sisters
  • Investigation: Day One
  • Trial: Day Two
  • Investigation: Day Two
  • Trial: Day Three
• Case 3: Turnabout Samurai
  • Investigation: Day One
  • Trial: Day Two
  • Investigation: Day Two
  • Trial: Day Three
  • Investigation: Day Three
  • Trial: Day Four
• Case 4: Turnabout Goodbyes
  • Investigation: Day One
  • Trial: Day Two
  • Investigation: Day Two
  • Trial: Day Three
  • Investigation: Day Three
  • Trial: Day Four
• Case 5: Rise from the Ashes
  • Investigation: Day One
  • Trial: Day Two
  • Investigation: Day Two
  • Trial: Day Three
  • Investigation: Day Three
  • Trial: Day Four

Case 1 - The First Turnabout: spoiler-free walkthrough

Episode one of our Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthrough sees us faced with the case of a young woman brutally murdered - while the murderer plans to pin their crime on somebody else. Can rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright and his mentor Mia Fey turn the tide and prove the defendant's innocence?

Case 1, The First Turnabout Trial: Day One

Here are the answers to the various questions and choices you'll need to make throughout the trial, in the order they appear in court:

• Larry Butz
• Cindy Stone
• Hit with a Blunt Object.

Witness's Account: Witness Cross-Examination

Now you get to cross-examine Frank Sahwit. As the game will explain, you'll be able to press to get more information and present evidence to undermine and prove the contradictions in his testimony. Here's what to do:

• Press Sahwit's 9th statement: "I remember the time exactly."
• PresentCindy's Autopsy Reporton the 9th statement

The Time of Discovery: Witness Cross-Examination

Sahwit now makes a second testimony to clear up the 'confusion'. You cross-examine again:

• Press Sahwit's 2nd statement. "There was a voice saying the time..." It's suspicious.
• Present theBlackout Reportevidence against that statement to contradict it.

Hearing the Time: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press whatever you want, but when ready present theStatueevidence against the 3rd line of this testimony.

The judge will now ask you some questions.

• First, answer Yes.
• Went into the apartment
• Try sounding the clock
• Mia asks if there's a reason - say Yes
• Finally, present Cindy's Passport to the judge. Victory!

Case 2 - Turnabout Sisters: spoiler-free walkthrough

Phoenix Wright is thrown into his first solo trial when his mentor, Mia Fey, is murdered. The suspect? Her sister, Maya. It's up to Wright to prove her innocence - and our spoiler-free Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthrough continues with all the instructions on how.

Case 2, Turnabout Sisters: Day OneInvestigation

Here's the steps to take to gather all the evidence you'll need for trial - at least for now.

• Go to Mia's Office.
  • Examine Mia's body. You'll get theThe ThinkerandGlass Shardsevidence. You'll also get theReceiptwith the bloodied writing on it.
  • Check the rest of the air and examine the phone.
• Head to the reception area and speak to Maya. Present her with theReceiptevidence.
• Next, you'll be at the detention area. Tell Maya "It's up to you," when prompted.
  • Speak to Maya on every topic available. You'll get theMaya's Memoevidence, then speak to her again one last time, accepting her request.
• Head back to Mia's Office building. Speak to the detective - it doesn't matter if you remember his name.
  • Speak with Detective Gumshoe about Mia, Maya and Miles Edgeworth. You'll get theAutopsy Reportevidence.
  • Present Maya's Memoto him - you'll eventually getMaya's Cell Phoneas evidence.
• Gumshoe also let slip a new lead, so now head to the Gatewater Hotel to meet April May.
  • When you get the chance, examine the screwdriver in the drawer. Hmm...
• Move on toGrossberg Law Offices. Here you meet Marvin Grossberg, and have a chat with him about everything you can.
• Head back to theDetention Centerand chat to Maya about all the new topics.
  • When prompted, choose to defend Maya.Tell her "I can't abandon you."
  • Present theCell Phoneevidence to her.
• Head back to theGatewater Hotel. Chat to the Bell Boy.
  • Now examine the drawer you couldn't earlier. This will yield some interesting evidence indeed - theWiretap.

Case 2, Turnabout Sisters Day Two Trial

Before you even get to the trial in earnest, Gumshoe will describe events as the police see them - this adds theFloor Planevidence to the court record.

Maya Fey's Arrest: Witness Cross-Examination

• As per Maya's advice, press Gumshoe. Target his 5th or 6th statement in particular.

Hard Evidence: Witness Cross-Examination

• Got 'em - presentMia's Autopsy Reportto Gumshoe's 6th statement.
• When Edgeworth queries, say "The day after the murder."
• The next choice doesn't really matter - and next, a new witness takes to the stand.

April's Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• The judge will ask if you want to cross-examine. The answer is yes, of course.
• Press the 3rd statement, "The one attacking her..." or the 5th statement "But that girl,"
• When prompted, choose "I question your Testimony," then "You're lying."

April's Testimony 2: Witness Cross-Examination

• Throwing back to your last case, presentThe Thinkerevidence on the 5th statement.
• When prompted, choose "It couldn't have rung," and then whatever you like.
• When next given the chance, present theMaya's Cell Phoneevidence to contradict Edgeworth's suggestion.
• When April explains and the Judge questions, say "Yes", then presentThe Thinkerevidence.
• As April melts down, select "You had heard about it," and then presentThe Wiretapevidence.
• When Edgeworth presses you for evidence, presentMaya's Cell Phoneagain.
• The next choice doesn't matter, but when you get the chance, Call the Bellboy as a Witness. You'll need to Accept the Condition to continue.

Bellboy's Testimony: WitnessCross-Examination

• Press on statment 4 and 5 to move things on. When prompted, choose to 'Protest'.
• Ask about 'Check-in', 'Room Service' or 'Bed making' - all offer the same information.
• When prompted, choose "The man with Miss May".
• Once this is all over, you'll ge theMay Testimonyas evidence in the court record.

Case 2, Turnabout Sisters: Day Two Investigation

• You'll begin at the Detention Center, but there's nothing of real interest for you here.
• Go to theGrossberg Law Offices. Take oneof the two photographs on the desk, adding theDL-6 Incident - Exhibit Bevidence to your court record. You need the B photo specifically for this case, though the A one is interesting...
• Now back to theGatewater Hotel. You'll meet your old friend the Bellboy. Have a chat...
  • Chat to him about all the topics available. The topic 'The Hotel' will add a little color to events...
  • Present thePhotograph Bevidence to the Bellboy.
  • Have the Bellboy Write it down to then get theBellboy's Affidavitevidence.
• Back to theDetention Center. You have what you need to get May to open up:
  • Present thePhotographevidence to April. Then present theBellboy's Affidavit.
  • When prompted, choose toPush her hard.
  • You can also 'Ease her Fears' and show the photograph to Grossberg instead at his offices - the result is the same.
• Head to theBluecorpbuilding. This is a new location thanks to your investigation. You'll meet Redd White. Talk.
  • There are various topics. Work through them all.
  • When you ask about 'That painting', say "I've seen it before". Things turn sour.
• Go toGrossberg Law Officesnow. Grossberg is in, so talk to him.
  • Talk about all the topics, but some require more input.
  • When prompted, choose "He's blackmailing you".
  • Follow up on the other topics. If you want to show the photograph evidence, you give it back.
• Return to theFey & Co Law Offices. Here, examine the shelves behind the desk. Look through the files for some small revelations, plus the newNewspaper Clippingevidence.
• Now head on back to Bluecorp. Present theNewspaper Clippingto Redd White.
  • When asked, choose "You blackmailed him," followed by "You're wrong."
• You'll automatically go to theDetention Center. Follow through the last few conversations - then it's trial time.

Case 2, Turnabout Sisters: Day Three Trial

White's Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press White's 8th statement, "she ran away". This statement then changes to be more specific.
• Once the statement is changed, present theMay Testimonythat it now contradicts.
• When the judge asks for an explanation, pick whatever you like.
• Next, when prompted use the map and point that he was standing where the 'K' is written on the map. Present it.

She Ran to the "Left": Witness Cross-Examination

• One-size fits all for this one. Present theMia's Autopsy Report evidence on either the 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th statement.

The Two Accounts: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press White's 1st statement, "I heard that thing fall". When asked, say "Yeah, very odd". This forces the statement to revise.
• Present theGlass Shardsevidence against the newly revised 1st statement. TheFloor Planscan also have the same net impact.
• When asked, pick "Big Problemo." When asked for proof, go ahead and present theFloor Plans.

The Wiretapping: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press all 4 statements. This leads to some story shenanigans you have no control over.
• During recess, you'll discover a revelation about theReceiptevidence, updating it in the court record.
• Back in court, present theReceiptagainst any of the statements.
• When Edgeworth asks for another day of investigation, Object, then PresentMia's Memo, which you've just been given.

Case 3 - Turnabout Samurai: spoiler-free walkthrough

With one trail on his own under his belt, Wright undertakes a case involving the famous Steel Samurai... Our walkthrough will guide you along the way.

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai: Day OneInvestigation

Here's the steps to take to gather all the evidence you'll need for trial - at least for now.

• Go to theDetention Center. Talk to Will Powers.
• Head toThe Studio. Speak toWendy Oldbag and exhaust your options.
• Head back to theDetention Center.Ask Will Powers about Oldbag, the security lady, to getPowers' Letter.
• Now head back toThe Studioand present Oldbag withPowers' Letter. You'll also get theGuidemapitem.
• Within the newly unlockedStudio Onearea you'll encounter Gumshoe. Chat to him to getJack Hammer's Autopsy Report. Keep chatting to him.
• In theStudio Onearea, examine the following: the camera, the door and the mascot head.
• Once that's done, head back to theMain Gateand chat to Oldbag about everything.
• Head to theEmployee Area. In there, examine the Lunch Plate, then scroll left and examine the Open Grate.
• Go toWill's Dressing Room. Examine Will's bag to get theCardkeyitem in your court record.
• To use the keycard, return toStudio Oneand examine the door again to open it.
• Inside Studio One, examine the cameras. You'll meet Penny. Discuss everything with her.
• Back at theMain Gate, chat to Oldbag again. You'll have a new option that will make her leave in a huff.
• With Oldbag out of the way,examine the computer. Choose ST1-307, which you learned earlier, to getPowers' Photoevidence.

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai Day Two: Trial

Before you even get to the trial in earnest, Gumshoe will once again fill you in on the investigation - you'll get the Samurai Spearadded to the court record. Once the trial starts, quickly you'll be able to cross-examine Oldbag.

Oldbag's Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• Present Powers' Photo on the 7th or 8th statement.

The Man in the Photo: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Oldbag on her 4th statement. This will cause a Court Record update.
• Now press the 2nd or 3rd statement, then cycle through the statements.
• Object to Edgeworth.

Oldbag's Testimony Continued: Witness Cross-Examination

• Present Powers' Photo on the 2nd, 3rd or 4th statement.

The Other Person: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Oldbag on the 4th statement. There will now be a recess.

After Recess:

• After the recess, choose The Security Lady (Oldbag)
• Press Furtherwhen given the option.
• When prompted, present either the Samurai Spear or Cardkey evidence. It's time for more testimony.

My Lips Were Sealed: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Oldbag on her 2nd or 5th statement.
• When asked if you want to take a break, do so. It's time for more investigation.

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai: Day Two Investigation

• You begin in theDetention Center. Talk to Will Powers.
• Head to theEmployee Areaof the Studios. Penny is here, but leaves. Once she does, choose toRip Openthe newly covered grate. Then leave. Vandal!
• At theMain Gate, chat to Penny for more information.
• Go back to the Employee Area and then theDressing Room. Meet Sal Menella. Chat to this curious fella.
• Finally, now go toStudio Two. Examine the plates, the trailer door, the signpost, studio van, incinerator and flowerbed.
• Head back to theMain Gate.Oldbag is back. She has nothing to say of worth.
• Now head back to theEmployee Area. There's a new person here - Cody Hackins. Talk to him.
• After talking to Cody, you'll get anEmpty Bottle. Examine it to update its description.
• Back at theMain Gate,examine the abandoned guard station to get theTrailer Key.
• Go back toStudio Two- this time you can examine and open the trailer door.
• Move into theStudio Two Trailer. You'll meet Dee Vasques, the producer of Steel Samurai. Talk to her. You'll getVasquez's Memo, which is meant for Sal.
• Go back to the Dressing Roomand present Sal withVasquez's Memo.
• Sal isn't helpful, so go back to Studio One. Inside, examine the director's chair. You'll get the Scriptitem in your court record.
• Back to theStudio Two Trailer- now show Vasquez theScript. She'll now talk about some interesting topics. You'll getMr. Monkey's Headas evidence.
• It's time to go back to theWright & Co. Law Offices. Story shenanigans ensue.
• Head back to theStudio Main Gateand chat to Oldbag.
• Once you have, present Oldbag with theCardkey. When given the option,Lend her the cardkey. You'll get theSteel Samurai Cardin return.
• Go back to theDressing Roomto meet up with Cody again. Present theSteel Samurai Card.
• Go to theStudio Two Trailerand talk to Penny again. Once you've exhausted topics, present theSteel Samurai Cardto her. You'll get theURP Card.
• Back and forth - back to theDressing Room, present Cody with theURP Card.
• Finally, talk to Cody about all topics. When asked about Steel Samurai, choose His Fighting Skills. You'll get thePath to Gloryin your court record.
• When asked, you should sayI Believe.

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai Trial: Day Three

Manella's Testimony -The Day of the Murder: Witness Cross-Examination

• Here we go. Press the 5th statement. When asked, say "It's contradictory".
• The statement changes; press the seventh statement.
• When given the option, press harder.

Manella's Testimony -The Break: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Manella's 1st statement, then his 3rd statement.
• When asked by the judge, comment "No, it's impossible."
• You'll have a short recess, and you'll getCody's Camerain the court record.

Cody's Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• Cody takes a while to go wrong. PresentCody's Cameraagainst statement 9.

Cody's Testimony - What I Saw: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Cody's 4th statement. When given the option, press him harder.
• When asked, presentCody's Camera.

Cody's Testimony - No Photo: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Cody's 5th and final statement. Press him harder when asked.
• When he revises that statement, presentPath to Glory.

Things are taking a turn now.

• When the judge asks, explainThe Steel Samurai didn't win, thenThe Steel Samurai was the Victim
• When given the chance, look atCody's Photoand point to the "2" in the photo. Present that.
• Now point to Studio Two in theGuidemap. Tell the court thatThe Trailer was there.
• Edgeworth wants proof. Tell him you have it. Then present theEmpty Bottle.
• When asked, sayFingerprint the Bottle. You've bought time - and gained momentum.

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai: Day Three Investigation

• You begin in theDetention Center. Talk to Will Powers once again. No groundbreaking info here, but there's some useful bits of context.
• Head to theMain Gateand speak to Oldbag again.
• Now go to theEmployee Area. Gumshoie is here. Chat to him to get theSteak Plateevidence.
• Speak to Gumshoe more. When you chat about Edgeworth, you'll get theSleeping Pill Bottleas evidence.
• Now how to theDressing Room. Penny is here. Chat to her, and then when the topics are exhausted present her with thePath to Glory.
• Return to theMain Gateand chat to Oldbag again. There's a new topic. When you can, sayI Have Proof.
• Provide that proof - present theSteak Plateto Oldbag, then theSleeping Pill Bottle. She'll give you the Five Year Old Photoevidence.
• Go back toOutside Studio Twoand you'll see Vasquez. Present theFive Year Old Photo. Follow Vasquez, and see what unfolds...

Case 3, Turnabout Samurai Trial: Day Four

Vasquez's Testimony -The Day of the Murder: Witness Cross-Examination

• Vasquez takes the stand, then. As part of the testimony,Vanwill be added to the court record.
• Present theSteak Plateon the 6th statement. When asked, say "You Didn't Eat the Steak".
• When asked, choose "Meeting the Steel Samurai"
• When asked, say "You couldn't, could you?"
• Present theSamurai Spearas evidence when prompted.
• When asked by the judge, say "I can tell you", then present theFive Year Old Photo.
• Next, say "She Had Another Way"and then present that new evidence, theVan.
• When asked a question by Edgeworth, sayOf Course He Has.

Vasquez's Testimony -After Finding the Body: Witness Cross-Examination

• Here we go. This is it. Press Vasquez on her 6th statement. Press harder when asked.
• Once her final statement changes, presentPowers' Phototo her. Then tell her "You Saw Hammer Limping".
• SelectOf course I can prove it- and then once again present theFive Year Old Photo.
• When asked, selectReveal Evidence- and then "She Had No Motive".

After this, the truth will be revealed. When speaking to Will after the trial, present him withPowers' Photo.

Case 4- Turnabout Goodbyes: spoiler-free walkthrough

Edgeworth may be Phoenix's rival, but he's also his friend. Now, Phoenix is all that stands between Edgeworth and a terrible fate...

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes: Day OneInvestigation

Here's the steps to take to gather all the evidence you'll need for trial - at least for now.

• Go to theDetention Center, as always. This is the best place to start. Talk to Edgeworth about everything.
• Present your Attorney's Badgefrom the Court Record to Edgeworth.
• That's all for here for now, so head to Gourd Lake Park Entrance. Your old pal Gumshoe is here - talk to him about everything.
• Now go to theGourd Lake Public Beach. Examine the object on the bench - you'll get aPopperitem for the Court Record.
• Head to the Gourd Lake Woods. Here, examine the camera to kick off a scene.
• Meet Lotta Hart. Present theAttorney's Badgeto her and she'll be more willing to do. After talking, you'll getLotta's Camerain your court record.
• When you haveLotta's Camera, present it back to Lotta to hear some more from her.
• It's time to head to the Police Station's CrimAffairsarea, via the Police Station entrance. Time for a catch up with Gumshoe. Talk to him about everything and eventually get theAutopsy Report.
• Backtrack to theWoodsin Gourd Lake and speak to Lotta. She has photos now; take theLake Photofor your court record.
• Go to Gourd LakePublic Beach- Larry is here. Speak to him about everything you can. As part of this, you'll get theGourdy Artcilefor your court record
• Now go back toWright & Co. Law Offices. You need some inspiration, and Maya will get some for you here, giving you a new destination.
• Head to theGrossberg Law Offices. Here you'll meet Grossberg. Speak to him about all you can, then present him with theAutopsy Report. You'll get a photo back in return... it's added to your court record - theMisty Fey Photo.
• This is what you need. Head back to theDetention Centerand present Edgeworth withMisty Fey's Photo. You'll now be able to talk more with him.
• Agree to defend Edgeworth in court. You'll getEdgeworth's Requestin your court record as a result.
• Once you get a chance to meet Gumshoe, chat to him again - then present him withEdgeworth's Request.

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes Trial: Day Two

After an exposition dump about who your rival is this time - the formidable Manfred von Karma - it's time for trial.

At the opening of the trial, the crime will be summarized. As a result you'll get theOverhead Mapin your court record.

Gumshoe'sTestimony - The Arrest of Edgeworth: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Gumshoe on his 5th statement. You'll get thePistol Bulletin your court record.
• Press Gumshoe on his 6th statement. He adds a new statement.
• Press Gumshoe on this new statement "The murder weapon we found..."

Already a recess. In Recess, be sure to tell Maya "I need you here"when she doubts herself. Back in Court, Lotta is on the stand.

Lotta'sTestimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• Listen to Lotta's testimony. Von Karma is threatening you. When prompted, say "I think there was"regarding contradictions.
• Press Lotta on every single statement except her 1st. Whenever you can, press further and harder.
• Von Karma will suggest that it's time to declare a verdict. Say "Wrong". Lotta makes one new statement.
• At this new statement "I saw it clear as day...", present theLake Photo.

Lotta'sTestimony - How Edgeworth was Seen: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Lotta on her third statement. Press further, even when the game warns you otherwise.
• Lotta adds a revised statement now. ("The camera was set up...") PresentLotta's Cameraon this statement.
• When asked, chooseShow Evidenceand then present theGourdy Article.
• Lotta will ask you for proof. Say"I have proof"and then once again presentLotta's Camera.

Lotta's New Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• On Lotta's 7th statement, present theGourdy Articleevidence.
• When prompted, selectMake her show the enlargement.
• When given the option again, choose toObject to the enlargement
• On the photo, point to the shooter's hand and present it. Then, present thePistolto the court.
• When asked, reply"The Victim Himself". As this stage of the trial ends, you'll get theLotta's Dispositionevidence.

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes: Day Two Investigation

Here's the steps to take to gather all the evidence you'll need for trial - at least for now.

• AttheDetention Centeryou'll have a chance to review where you stand. Do that.
• Move through the various Gourd Lake areas, making your way to theWoods. Gumshoe is here. Have a chat with him.
• Head back to the Detention Centerto get Maya.
• Go back to theGourd Lake Entrance. Lotta is here again now, and wants to talk. When prompted, choose to make aDeal.
• Go toGourd Lake Public Beach. Larry is here (alongside a familiar-looking balloon). Chat to Larry.
• Back at the Affairs Dept, you can catch up with Gumshoe again. He offers you one of three 'secret weapons'. Here's what they do:
  • The Dog can be taken to the beach for some fun story shenanigans, but nothing to do with the case.
  • The Fishing Rod can be used in the Beach Woods for another hidden scene.
  • TheMetal Detectoris the one you actually want, and gets added to the court record.
• From the Public Beach, head to theBoat Rental Shop. The metal detector is going nuts. You'll find theAir Tankitem.
• Out at thePublic Beach, present theAir Tankto Larry. When he asks why he'd need it, tell him"To inflate something". Press every line of questioning with Larry until none are left.
• Head toGourd Lake Woods. Lotta is here. Tell her "Gourdy doesn't exist", and show her the proof - theAir Tank.
• Chat to Lotta now, and you'll get theSecond Lake Photoevidence.
• Now go to theBoat Rental Shopand then, past it, theCaretaker's Shack. There's an old man in here. Speak to him. It's going nowhere fast.
• Present the old man with yourAttorney's Badge, and then promise to run the 'Wet Noodle' (his shop)
• Now you can present useful stuff. Present theLake Photoand he'll give you more information.
• ExaminePolly the Parrotto have her added to the court record.Talk to the old man about Polly.
• Head back to theAffairs Departmentand meet Gumshow again. Present him withPolly the Parrot.
• With Gumshoe's permission, you can now use theRecords Room. Use this private space to go over the case with Maya - that'll get you the DL-6 Case File and DL-6 Incident Photo for your court record. Curious...

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes Trial: Day Three

You're thrown right into things now. When you get the chance,Raise an Objection. Next, the caretaker will step up to testify.

The Caretaker's Testimony - The Night of the Murder: Witness Cross-Examination

• When asked, obviously choose to cross-examine.
• Press the caretaker on his 6th statement.
• Press again on the revised statement. Then raise an objection when you can.
• You'll now get a much-needed recess after some courtroom drama. Next you're back in court, Larry Butz takes to the stand once more...

Larry's Testimony - The Night of the Murder: Witness Cross-Examination

• Present Lotta's Deposition against the 6th statement Larry makes.
• Allow Larry to continue testifying when prompted.

Larry's Testimony - What Larry Heard: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Larry on his 5th and final statement in this testimony.
• When prompted, tell the judge "We should care."
• Larry adds a statement ("Just when she said...") Present either theLake PhotoorLotta's Depositionto that statement.
• When the judge asks your opinion, say "Larry's right".

Larry's more or less out of the picture now. It becomes a back-and-forth:

• Now, present theSecond Lake Photo.
• Follow that up by presenting thePistol.
• When asked who the figures are, answer"Edgeworth and the murderer"
• But when asked the Murderer's identity, say"I don't know."
• When you're examining the map of the area, point to theBoat Shopand present it.
• When the judge asks for an identity, say"The Boat Shop Caretaker"followed by"To create a witness."
• You've bought a literal stay of execution. Time for more investigation:

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes: Day Three Investigation

Here's the steps to take to gather all the evidence you'll need for trial - at least for now.

• You'll kick off in your office, and you've got a lot to think about. Larry arrives - talk to him first, and exhaust all options.
• Go to theDetention Centerand have your traditional post-trial catch-up with your defendant.
• Once you've spoken to Edgeworth, head toGourd Lake Entranceand meet up with Gumshoe.
• Head to theBoat Rental Shopthis time. Grossberg is here.
• Next, go to theCaretaker's Shack. There's a green save above the TV - examine it and you'll get theLetter from the Safein your Court Record.
• With the letter in hand, go back to theDetention Centerand chat to Edgeworth more. Present theLetter from the Safeto him. You can now speak about more topics.
• Head to Grossberg Law Offices. Speak to Grossberg about everything you can, then Present him with theLetter from the Safeto unlock yet more topics.
• Now go to theRecords Roomin theAffairs Department. Von Karma is here - the enemy. Chat to him all the same.
• Present theLetter from the Safeto Von Karma - and after some events, you'll get the DL-6 Bullet evidence in your court record.

Case 4, Turnabout Goodbyes Trial: Day Four

The Caretaker's Testimony - Why I Left Court: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press the Caretaker on his 4th and the final statements of his testinomy.
• You'll be asked for the man's name. Answer"Yanni Yogi".
• When prompted, say "Yes, I'm doing it."

Polly's Testimony - Who is Your Owner?: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Polly the Parrot on her 1st statement.
• Try asking the parrot "Have we forgotten something?"
• This time, try asking "What's your name?"
• Tell the judge "Of Course" and when promtped, present the DL-6 Case File.
• The Judge wants a page - tell himSuspect Data.
• You're back to the testimony. This time, press Polly on the 1st statement and ask "What's the safe number?"
• When the Judge queries, say "Actually, it does."
• Prompted for proof, present theDL-6 Case Fileonce again,this time pointing to theCase Summarypage (page 1)

Major events now unfold. When they're over, you'll find Edgeworth on the stand.

Edgeworth's Testimony - The DL-6 Incident: Witness Cross-Examination

• Here we go. This is it. Present the DL-6 Case File evidence on the 6th statement. The page you want isVictim Data.
• When Von Karma makes a claim, sayYesand then present the DL-6 Incident Photo as your proof. Point to the bullet hole in the door.
• Some events will happen now. When you next get the chance to pipe up, say "The murderer didn't need it."
• There'll be more drama. When you get a chance,Show Evidence. Present the Metal Detector. Do you see where this is going?
• When you get the chance, Present the DL-6 Bullet.

Once the trial is over, present Maya with theDL-6 Bullet.

Case 5- Rise from the Ashes: spoiler-free walkthrough

This case isn't actually technically part of the story of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. This was an additional case, added to the Nintendo DS version of the game years after its initial release. It's two months since Turnabout Goodbyes - and you're without Maya. Everything is about to change, however. And since this guide covers the DS version and later, it forms the final part of our Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney walkthrough...

Case 5, Rise from the Ashes: Day OneInvestigation

• You'll begin in theWright & Co Law Offices. Talk to Ema. Get to know her - she's going to be your sidekick for this case, as well as being related to your client.
• Head for theDetention Centerand speak to Lana. Talk about everything you can.
• Go to theProsecutor's Office Undergorund Parking Lot. You'll meet Jake Marshall.
• In the Parking Lot, try to pan right to examine something. Now pan left and examine theWallet, below the left of the door. You'll now get a tutorial about checking the wallet, a new mechanic. Examine it to get an ID card;Goodman's IDis added to the court record.
• Now you'll meet Angel Starr. Talk to her as much as you can.
• Once it's time, head to theHigh Prosecutor's Office. A familiar face is here. Speak about everything you can - you'll eventually getEdgeworth's Knife.
• Now examine the trophy on the couch, a giant 'K', to get theProsecutor Trophyadded to your court record. Present it right away, then speak about the day of the crime - you'll get theParking Stub.
• Now it's time to go to thePolice Department Entrance. Gumshoe is here, your old buddy. Talk about everything you can.
• Once the talking is over, examine the Blue Badger (the police mascot) to get theBlue Badger Panelin your court record.
• PresentGoodman's IDto Gumshoe - you can then talk about him.
• Then present theProsecutor Trophyto Gumshoe, too. You'll get theLetter of Introductionin return.
• Now take yourself back to theUnderground Parking Lot- present theLetter of Introduction to Jake Starr.
• You can talk to Jake now, so go ahead and do that. You'll getGoodman's Autopsy Report. You can speak further after this.
• In this area, examine the locked door near the security area, the emergency phone near that door, and the partition wall nearby.
• Next, examine the Cell Phone that's on the ground near the car. Given the option, choose toCheck it Out. Press the blue button, then the redial button. This will add theCell Phoneto yhe court record.
• Finally, examine the trunk of the car to getGoodman's Note, and speak to Jake about a final few topics.

Case 5, From the Ashes Trial: Day Two

At the top of the trial you'll get the usual summary, and you'll have theParking Lot Floor Plansadded to the court record. Nice. It's time to jump straight into testimony.

Angel's Testimony: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Angel's 1st statement, then her 2nd, then her 4th. You'll get theCrime Photoevidence.
• Now you have the Crime Photo, present it on Angel's 5th or 6th statement.
• CallObjectionwhen you get the chance.
• Angel revises her statement. PresentEdgeworth's Knifeon that statement ("The murder was planned!")

Angel's Testimony - Angel's Deduction: Witness Cross-Examination

• On the 4th/final statement of this testimony, present Goodman's Autopsy Report.
• Angel will revise her statement ("Her red muffler...") - present theCrime Phototo this statement.

Angel's Testimony - Apprehending the Suspect: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Angel on the 2nd statement. Press her more when you get the chance.
• Press on the 3rd statement too - and once again, ask further. TheCell Phonegets updated in the court record, and testimony is added about the emergency phone.
• This statement varies depending on the version of the game, but press this statement. You'll be prompted with the plans, where Angel explains herself.
• Present theParking Lot Floor Plansto this statement, and then when asked say"Where she saw it."
• Prompted, present where it's labeledSecurity Room. When asked again, note the "Distance to the crime."
• When you get the chance, choose toRaise an Objection.

Angel's Testimony - Decisive Evidence: Witness Cross-Examination

• This testimony will add theVictim's Shoeto your court record.
• Press Angel on the 5th and final statement. When Ema asks, say"There's a problem."
• This will make you investigate the Victim's Shoe. Spin it around and find blood on the heel. Present it.
• When Edgeworth asks for a contradiction, present theCrime Photo.
• When asked, point to the object sticking out of the muffler of the car in the photo. Present this.
• Once you can, present Lana's Cell Phonefrom your court record.

Now there's a recess. When the trial starts back up, some courtroom drama will lead to theSwitchblade Knifebeing admitted into evidence. You can examine it and flip it open to reveal more about it.

Gant's Testimony - Department in Disorder: Witness Cross-Examination

• PresentGoodman's Noteon the second statement Gant makes.
• Gant now changes his statement slightly. Press him on this new statement ("The knife was evidence...").
• Press Gant on the 4th statement (or third, it varies - "A detective was killed"). You're allowed to ask a question - ask "Where the victim was found"
• Gant revises his statement again ("I'll cooperate...") - press this statement, then ask for"The Victim's ID number"
• When prompted, choose"This tells me something!"and then presentGoodman's ID.

Case 5, Rise from the Ashes: Day Two Investigation

• This day kicks off with a visit to theUnderground Parking Garage. You'll be introduced to Ema's blood trace tool. Spray it all over once you can until you find something.
• When you can, ask about"The amount of blood"in order to get theLuminol Testing Fluidadded to the court record.
• Talk to Angel and exhaust all conversation options. When that's done, present theSwitchblade Knife,Goodman's Note,Goodman's IDand theCrime Phototo Angel.
• You'll have some more topics of conversation, and get theSteak Lunch as evidence in your court record. Yum.
• Now head to the Evidence Room Guard Station. Examine the door in this strange Wild West themed room.
• Go back to the Underground Parking Garage. You can now chat to Gumshoe here.

• Once you've spoken to Gumshoe, go back to theDetention Center. Officer Mike Meekins is here. Talk to him about everything you can.
• PresentGoodman's IDto Meekins, then speak to him about that newly unlocked topic also.
• Back to thePolice Department Affairs Deptnow. Gant is here - talk to him about everything.
• Still in the Affairs Dept, examine the Chief of Detectives (sitting at his desk at the back) to getGoodman's Lost Item Report.
• Speak with Gant again, about permission to get a Guest ID Card. He'll give you that.
• Now it's time to go back to theSecurity Guard Officeback in the underground office. Examine the Evidence Room entrance; the card won't work.
• Now you bump into Jake Marshall, the security guard. Present him with theSteak Lunch. This removes it from the court record. Now talk to Marshall about everything.
• PresentGoodman's IDto Marshall. From this interaction you'll get the ID Card Recordevidence.

• Now you can get into theEvidence Room, so head there. Gumshoe is in here, and gives you theEvidence Room Floorplans.
• Talk to Gumshoe, too. This will eventually get you theEvidence Lockerin the court record.
• Present Gumshoe with either theSwitchblade KnifeorGoodman's Notein order to talk with him about SL-9.
• Once you've done that, present Gumshoe with theID Card Record- you'll get new info that updates it.
• When you have control, look right and examine the flap hanging out of the left-hand locker and the glove hanging from the police tape. TheRubber Glovegets added to the court record.
• On the floor there are Broken Pieces. Examine them and Check it Out Closer; then you have to assemble them in a mini-game. Here's the correct order:
  • Fragment 5 > Fragment 4 > Fragment 6 > Fragment 1 > Fragment 8 > Fragment 3 > Fragment 2 > Fragment 7
  • TheUnstable Jaris then added to the court record.
• Once that's done, use theLuminol Testing Fluidto spray the scene. Spray the area behind the yellow tape, the bloody handprint and the suspicious locker close to the room exit you examined earlier. Each requires multiple sprays of luminol - don't be shy with it. In total, you should spray each blood mark three times, and then hit enter once more.

• Go to Edgeworth's Office in theHigh Prosecutor's Office. Speak to Edgeworth in full, then...
• Present theID Card Recordto Edgeworth; this will get you theScrewdriverevidence.
• Then PresentGoodman's Noteor theSwitchblade Knife. Speak about the new topic to get aFingerprinting Set, another new tool.
• Now go back to theEvidence Roomand use theFingerprinting Setto examine the handprint on the locker. It's Gumshoe's Locker, by the way.
• Now you know how to use it, examine the far left-handlocker for prints.
• When prompted, point to where the hand print's ring finger should be. Do another print comparison and you'll getMarshall's Printsin your court record.

Case 5, From the Ashes Trial: Day Three

Meekins'Testimony - Crime Report, Sir!: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Meekins on all of his statements. There'll be some events as a result of this.
• When you can, look at theSecurity Videoto get it added to the court record. Meekins testifies again.

Meekins'Testimony - Mystery Man: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Meekins on his 5th statement ("It must be him!").
• Say "There's a problem."
• In the video, look at Goodman's Locker at the beginning of the video, and how it's lit up. Present it.
• As the locker opens, something falls out. Pause the video at the right moment and present the falling item.
• When prompted, Present theRubber Glove.

Meekins'Testimony - Mystery Man 2: Witness Cross-Examination

• On any statement but the first, presentGoodman's Lost Item Report.
• Stop the judge when you can with an objection, and call Jake to the stand. It's now time for a recess.

Trial in Recess

As part of the Recess, you'll get the SL-9 Incident Files added to your court record. Get familiar with them, they'll come in very handy...

Marshall'sTestimony - Day of the Crime: Witness Cross-Examination

• On the 4th statement, presentMarshall's Prints.

Marshall'sTestimony - Bloodstained Fingerprints: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Marshall's 1st statement ("Like I said...")Marshall's Printsgets an update in the court record.
• Press Marshall's 5th statement. He adds to his the statement ("Too bad it wasn't me...") - press this.
• When asked by the judge, choose to Show Evidence. You now examine the video again.
• Watch Jake's locker during the video. When something is visibly hanging out of it, pause, point to it and present.
• When prompted, present theEvidence Lockerto Jake as evidence.
• Then present the Victim's Spot (V)on theFloorplans.
• Back to video. This time, pause as one figure lunges for the other. There's blood on his shoulder - present that to the court.

Marshall'sTestimony - Marshall's Confession: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press all of Marshall's statements.
• When prompted, say "Neil Marshall" and present theSL-9 Incident Fileagainst his 6th statement.
• When able, tell the Judge you object and then present theBlue Badger Panel.
• Finally, present theID Card Record. This buys you the time you need - court is adjourned... for now.

Case 5, Rise from the Ashes: Day Three Investigation

• First, the talkies. Talk to Ema, then go back to the Detention Center to talk to Lana about everything you can. Then head to thePolice Departmentto talk to Marshall. Exhaust all topics.
• Now head for theChief's Office. You'll speak to Gant, and after some events get the Gant Team Picture.
• Go back to theAffairs Deptto chat to your old buddy Gumshoe. Talk to him, then present theSwitchblade Knifeto open up more topics of conversation, which you should then discuss. From these topics you'll get an update to theSwitchblade KnifeandNeil's Autopsy Report, new evidence.
• Now head toHigh Prosecutor's Office Room 1202, aka Edgeworth's office. Chat to him about everything.
• Present theGant Team Pictureto Edgeworth, then chat about the new topic. Eventually, theProsecutor Trophygets updated in the court record.
• Finally, examine the piece ofpaper under Edgeworth's desk to get theLetter of Resignationadded to the court record.
• Go back to the Underground Parking Lotand speak to Angel again. Discuss everything you can.
• Go to theDept of Crim Affairs- present theLetter of Resignationto Gumshoe. You'll lose that item, but gainGumshoe's ID.
• Head to theChief's Office. Talk to Gumshoe some more.
• When you're done talking, examine the safe behind Gant's desk, to the right.
• To get into the safe, input 7777777 - seven sevens. Examine the safe again to get theUnstable Jar. When prompted, choose toAssemble Fragmentsto put it back together. TheUnstable Jargets updated in the court record.
• Now present theFingerprinting Setto Gumshoe. CHoose the middle finger, and follow the mini-game. Match the print to the list of people to haveStrip of Clothadded to the court record.
• Now examine Gant's Desk. This will get theEvidence Listadded to the court record.
• When you get the chance, go back to theDetention Centerto now speak to Lana. When you get the chance to present a person, presentDamon Gantfrom your profiles.
• When you've talked every topic through, present the Unstable Jar. This opens up new topics to discuss. Do so, then it's time for the fight of your life.

Case 5, From the Ashes Trial: Day Four

It's a dramatic opening to the trial, and once you have control again, Ema is on the stand.

Ema'sTestimony - Two Years Ago: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Ema on her 4th statement.
• When given the chance, choose toHear More, thenAsk about the picture.
• Ema adds a new statement "I drew a picture...". If you didn't earlier, examine the evidence list and flip it over to see a drawing. Now present theEvidence List. It'll get updated on the court record.

Ema'sTestimony - Ema's Picture: Witness Cross-Examination

• On the 4th and final statement, presentNeil's Autopsy Report.
• When the judge prompts you, point to the tip of the knife and present it to the court.
• When asked, tell EdgeworthThere is another one, and then present theGant Team Pictureevidence.

Ema'sTestimony - Ema's Recollection: Witness Cross-Examination

• Present the Unstable Jaron Ema's fifth statement to be thrown into a little mini-game.
• The goal here is to turn the jar around until perspective makes its outline resemble the Blue Badger's head. Then present it.
• Edgeworth has questions for you. Tell himThe Locationchanged, then later tell himIt's in the evidence.
• Now Present theUnstable Jar. Connect the bloody dots to spell out EMA.
• Things are getting tasty - it's recess time.

During the recess, Gumshoe hands you theEvidence Law Book.Back in court, presentDamon Gant's profileto call the chief to the stand.

Gant's Testimony - SL-9Incident: Witness Cross-Examination

• Present theUnstable Jaron the 5th and final statement of Gant's testimony.

Gant's Testimony - SL-9Incident: Witness Cross-Examination

• This time, press Gant on his 5th and final statement. He adds to his testimony.
• Press the newly added statement ("I wouldn't be..."). When prompted, choose toPoint out accompliceand thenpresentLana Skye's profile.
• When asked for proof, present theID Card Recordevidence.
• When Gant counters, now presentGoodman's Lost Item Report.
• Things are heating up. When given the chance, present theScrewdriver.
• The judge asks a big question, and you have to admitI have no proof yet.
• When, given the choice, presentLana Sky's profileto call her back to the stand.
• It's time for yet another recess.

Lana's Testimony - Gant & The Fabrication: Witness Cross-Examination

• Press Lana's 4th statement. A new statement is added to her testimony.
• Press the new statement ("I broke off..."). When prompted, choose to askWhy did you move the body?
• This adds more to her testimony ("The pieces of...") - now present theUnstable Jaragainst that statement.

Lana's Testimony - Jar & Message in Blood: Witness Cross-Examination

• This is fast becoming the most useful evidence ever - on the 4th statement, present theUnstable Jar.

Lana's Testimony - Actual Crime Scene: Witness Cross-Examination

• With this testimony made, check theEvidence Law Book. Flip it over to the back, then examine the flap. You'll getLana's Picture.
• Don't get tricked here - when given the chance, say youCannot show evidence.
• Events now transpire. When you're now given the chance, nowShow Evidenceand present theStrip of Clothto Gant.
• When asked to identify the fingerprints, presentEma Skye's profile.
• Now presentLana's Pictureto Gant to demonstrate the contradiction.
• When the judge gives you the chance, sayI did not!- and then present theEvidence Law Book.

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