Burning Justice
the superior princess
Yes. I did it right after the animated cutscene, as soon as some dialogue appeared on-screen. I did it only a day or two ago, so you might be right about that.
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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice |OT| Khura'in, not Kurain
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Yes. I did it right after the animated cutscene, as soon as some dialogue appeared on-screen. I did it only a day or two ago, so you might be right about that.
Already Torn
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You gotta get to the trial in case 1 and then it shows up in the shop.
Just finished Case 4. Probably the most "filler" a filler case has ever felt in this entire series. Feels like a side story they had thought up that they threw in the game to fill out time
. Still enjoyed it quite a lot, though. I appreciated it's relative briskness and simplicity, especially after case 3, heh.
and to give Athena and Blackquill some time to shine
Man Blackquill is so good. I'm really glad they were able to have him appear somewhere, especially as a free man and not a prisoner. Having him on the defense was a wonderful surprise too. Seeing the way he acted made me realize that I would love to play as a defense attorney that has the demeanor of a prosecutor. Glad we had some more Athena time as well, she had good character development here too.
Though I wish they had a prosecutor other than Nahyuta here. Maybe Klavier just so he can show up somewhere too. It seems pretty contrived to me that they'd have Nahyuta come in all the way from Khura'in just a few days after the events of case 3 to cover a relatively minor case. It's really not a big deal though, I get why they did it.
Though I wish they had a prosecutor other than Nahyuta here. Maybe Klavier just so he can show up somewhere too. It seems pretty contrived to me that they'd have Nahyuta come in all the way from Khura'in just a few days after the events of case 3 to cover a relatively minor case. It's really not a big deal though, I get why they did it.
I picked that spot like a dozen times before it stuck, the hitbox is weird...
Anyway, finished the game. 6-5 completely blew me away, it's easily on the level of 3-5 and I2-5 for being one of the best cases in the series.
I'm a little behind, but just finished Trail Day 1 of case 3.
Well that escalated quickly. Although I do wonder how they're blaming Maya for the second murder if it happened while she was right there, in the Hall of Justice, in plain view of everyone. Not that logic and common sense has stopped them yet.
The Divination Seance was pretty tricky, too. Not because of it being that hard to do, but because of how finicky it was with choosing the exact right spot. "It's the lantern" *Penalty* "It's the wind?" *Penalty* "It IS the lantern!" *Penalty* *Reset* "...is it the lantern?" *SUCCESS!* "...what?"
The Divination Seance was pretty tricky, too. Not because of it being that hard to do, but because of how finicky it was with choosing the exact right spot. "It's the lantern" *Penalty* "It's the wind?" *Penalty* "It IS the lantern!" *Penalty* *Reset* "...is it the lantern?" *SUCCESS!* "...what?"
guybrushfreeman
Unconfirmed Member
Gyakuten Sisters Ballad how I've missed you.....
Edit: I'm just letting it play now, might be stuck here for the rest of the game
Edit: I'm just letting it play now, might be stuck here for the rest of the game
Ultimadrago
Member
Thanks!
I think I'm closing in on the end of case 5 trial 2.
Fucking hell that was a good twist. This game's writing has exceeded my expectations after I had like no expectations at all. I was able to guess Nanya's identity way early in advance, but figuring out the truth behind Dhurke got me. I have to admit though. Apollo's head-desk was a bit ridiculous.
So uh, I'm only at the start of case 2 but this game is pretty AMAZING so far? I was playing Dual Destinies right up until before this all, still had to beat it, and this all feels so much better so far.
First case has gotta be one of my favourite first cases ever. DD's meanwhile I thought was a big old snoozefest. I was really skeptical about the Khura'in setting, the whole mysticism aspect of Ace Attorney has always been hit or miss to me, but Khura'in was pretty captivating. I didn't realize it had this whole revolution plot going for it, or how violently aggressive of an attitude people were going to have towards lawyers. I'll need a good payoff but it's definitely adding some tension. And then
Yeah, this one's a case to remember.
And I don't know how the second case's going to turn out,
And the return of free investigation is already paying off, I've read so many neat little reactions already that we wouldn't have gotten if things were restricted again.
And generally speaking, this game seems to be a whole lot more comfortable addressing Ace Attorney 4 plot threads than its predecessor was. I wasn't much of a fan of 4 but the way 5 ignored things felt really unnatural. I don't know how far 6'll go with this, but stuff like
It just makes things feel more natural. And it gets me hopeful they'll address some stuff. Fingers crossed.
Oh, and the soundtrack's real good and the anime cutscenes seem a whole lot better utilized so far. So yeah, definitely into it so far. Hope it keeps it up because this has been really good stuff.
First case has gotta be one of my favourite first cases ever. DD's meanwhile I thought was a big old snoozefest. I was really skeptical about the Khura'in setting, the whole mysticism aspect of Ace Attorney has always been hit or miss to me, but Khura'in was pretty captivating. I didn't realize it had this whole revolution plot going for it, or how violently aggressive of an attitude people were going to have towards lawyers. I'll need a good payoff but it's definitely adding some tension. And then
the whole hippie metal jesus thing happened.
And I don't know how the second case's going to turn out,
but I'm just so happy it's focused on Trucy. She was SO underutilized in DD.
And generally speaking, this game seems to be a whole lot more comfortable addressing Ace Attorney 4 plot threads than its predecessor was. I wasn't much of a fan of 4 but the way 5 ignored things felt really unnatural. I don't know how far 6'll go with this, but stuff like
a Lamirior mention, Troupe Gramarye, Mr. Hat, Emma (I was real worried when I heard they changed her character from being grumpy again, figured they'd retcon things. But the explanation makes sense so I'm happy with it),...
Oh, and the soundtrack's real good and the anime cutscenes seem a whole lot better utilized so far. So yeah, definitely into it so far. Hope it keeps it up because this has been really good stuff.
The only overall thing I'm not liking about this game are the flashbacks. Sometimes characters start remembering things that happened, like, a minute ago. And on one occasion there was a flashback and minutes later we got THE SAME FLASHBACK AGAIN.
I understand that this is done sometimes to help the player, but other times it feels too distracting and ruins the momentum. They could at least let you fast forward the text during flashbacks.
I understand that this is done sometimes to help the player, but other times it feels too distracting and ruins the momentum. They could at least let you fast forward the text during flashbacks.
i actually don't mind the flashbacks because I've been playing it off and on and for some reason the flashbacks help me remember stuff. It's silly when the scenes wasn't too far back or they repeat it too often but they def make it seem like people take breaks from the game during commutes or something.
ActStriker
Member
Just finished Case 3.
Shit is good.
Shit is good.
I think I guessed about what happened correctly which was neat, but the story took me for a nice ride.
Just finished case 2 last night and really enjoyed it. The presentation in this game is stunning - I love the new prosecutor (case 2 animations)
haha. Although he doesn't feel like much of a threat, unlike the main prosecutor of AA5. Kind of feels similar to Klavier in that regard, very pretty and nice animations but he isn't formidable enough. Looking forward to finding out what's up between
, seems random.
Case 2 thoughts: It was so nice to see more of
stuff. It actually made me want to refresh my memory on
. The final reveal of the case (
) was clever and I thought that the
were satisfying twists, if predictable. If anything I felt accomplished for guessing them ahead of time, and
finally winning me over. Also, the
aspect of the case was hugely entertaining. I do love all the pop culture references and the script is as good as ever. Pun game is still on over-the-top form.
Now, onwards to case 3!
throwing his prayer beads at Apollo
him and Apollo
Case 2 thoughts: It was so nice to see more of
Trucy and the Gramarye Troupe
the events of AA4, and Trucy is oh-so endearing
blade hidden in the mattress
DeFamme twins and Retinz' true identity
the twins are SO CUTE! My opinion on them went all over the place as it was revealed who was doing what, with their appearing together and bickering
IT'S JUST A PRANK BRO!!
Now, onwards to case 3!
Nocturnowl
Member
You're not alone with these thoughts, I brought up my similar gripes with Phoenix earlier in the thread.
Case 5 is giving me some hope though on that front.
And yeeaah, while Case 3 was good it felt a bit all over the place,
agreed on the drums point.
I wouldn't usually repeat this gif usage so quickly but...Just finished Case 5 Investigation Day 1. I'm devastated:
Nooooooooooooooooo. ;_; I love Phoenix. Don't make me go against him. I don't even like Apollo. I would fire him if I could. Make him go full-time with Trucy doing magic. Part of me actually hoped he was going to die in the cave... I don't want to make Phoenix lose.x 1000
It's warranted here.
You're scaring me now, I'm enjoying Case 5 so far.
SolVanderlyn
Thanos acquires the fully powered Infinity Gauntlet in The Avengers: Infinity War, but loses when all the superheroes team up together to stop him.
Case 4 Witness is basically
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Nocturnowl
Member
BLOON!
Finished!
I must say Dhurke is the best character in this game,
. Nahuyta was disappointing, kinda like another Klavier. I'm not particularly sold on the overall plot, but the moments in there are on par with parts of the original trilogy. I just wonder what AA7 will do though.
Now to discuss spoilers in the spoiler thread.
I must say Dhurke is the best character in this game,
and that twist must be the greatest thing in the franchise
Now that Apollo's story is done will we see an Athena game, or will we go back to more Phoenix, or even maybe a soft reboot like what AA4 was originally meant to be?
Now to discuss spoilers in the spoiler thread.
Red Arremer
Member
To be fair,
Sahdmadi is possibly the single worst prosecutor in the entire series, barring maybe the Paynes in some cases. All he does is hurl insults, demands for the defense to give up and his prayer beads, and that's it. The cases he makes are super weak, even Franziska and Klavier, who had been the weakest among the prosecutors so far, were far more compelling as adversaries than Sahdmadi is.
Especially given his introduction where he's said to be able to read the karmic flow of a trial and being capable of predicting the course of the defense's line of thinking, in the end, he's the flimsiest of all the prosecutors that aren't named Payne (and those two are made flimsy jokes on purpose), because he's just a balloon of hot air.
Especially given his introduction where he's said to be able to read the karmic flow of a trial and being capable of predicting the course of the defense's line of thinking, in the end, he's the flimsiest of all the prosecutors that aren't named Payne (and those two are made flimsy jokes on purpose), because he's just a balloon of hot air.
Granted, I haven't beaten Case 5 entirely yet, so maybe there'll be a turnaround, but what a bummer.
I haven't touched Case 5 yet myself,
but my thoughts aren't as harsh over Mr. Sad Monk.
I thought he was fine for Case 3, with the atmosphere of the Khura'in courtroom and the threat of the Defense Culpability Act hanging over your head. And even in Case 2 you're seeing what makes him tick for the first time.
But when he's threatening to send you to hell because you're defending a chubby soba noodle chef using the testimony of a storyteller with an identity disorder and a clown balloon artist, the tone doesn't quite fit.
That whole "karmic flow of a trial" thing though? Totally agree, that's been a whole lot of nothing so far.
I thought he was fine for Case 3, with the atmosphere of the Khura'in courtroom and the threat of the Defense Culpability Act hanging over your head. And even in Case 2 you're seeing what makes him tick for the first time.
But when he's threatening to send you to hell because you're defending a chubby soba noodle chef using the testimony of a storyteller with an identity disorder and a clown balloon artist, the tone doesn't quite fit.
That whole "karmic flow of a trial" thing though? Totally agree, that's been a whole lot of nothing so far.
Yeeeeeeaaah, it's shocking what happened with Queen Ga'ran. It's so insane it almost looks like a Power Ranger. I'm just starting the Trial 2, I feel it'll be insane
Nocturnowl
Member
So far the elaborate breakdowns still have yet to top Case 3 of Dual destinies for me.
Apple Turnover
Banned
Just started that myself.
It's definitely over the top, but hopefully she's a more challenging/interesting prosecutor than Sad Monk. As numerous others have said, he's pretty one-note with his lines. No real personality to speak of. Even if that changes once Ga'ran is defeated, it'll likely be too late to matter.
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Deleted member 30609
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I think my case two is glitched. I've investigated all of the theatre other than under the stage (and Apollo tells me he's already seen everything), but the client isn't showing up in the Detention Center yet, so I can't present the notebook. Did anyone have a similar issue? I've done all the fingerprinting stuff and talked to the news guy, and been up the ladder.
KnightBuster
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Red Arremer
Member
Welp, I finished it. A lot more enjoyable than I expected it to be.
I'm satisfied with how
this game ended up being, and how good the game was over all, outside of the first case.
It was obvious that Rita Repulsa was the culprit, but seeing Apollo finger-point KO all her guards was still great.
Apollo-centric
D
Deleted member 30609
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I somehow missed the blue book. Thanks all!
Maybe not everyone, but I sure did. Figured I'd finally use the notes feature, I never bothered in Dual Destinies, and it was completely useless! :|
Already Torn
Banned
Pride?
yeah, same.
It's basically a concession that the solutions have a tendency to be completely arbitrary. People aren't here for the gameplay, so just let 'em brute force it if they want.
I guess it's also a way to skip the whole save try fail reload thing. Makes sense though
Red Arremer
Member
Case 5 Trial 2
Holy shit the Queen is an amazing villain. Finally a "final boss" who feels really beefy. The last one who did was von Karma (and while Engarde was a great final boss, he was slimy rather than beefy). Her music and soundbites are absolutely fantastic, and I do enjoy the over the top campiness. Such a shame she probably won't be coming back, I would sooooo love to have a female prosecutor with a bit of oomph behind her. They really should make a prosecutor based on her for the United Prefectures of Amerippon.
Just finished case 4.
Still enjoying the game a lot, but yeah.
Kind of a huge let down. Talk about a filler case. No investigation, Athena only, just a single day. It had good characters, if not great. Uendo, et al, were super entertaining and so was Bucky, though he was drastically underutilized. Felt like such a throwaway case that built up nothing in the overall story for the game. At least case 2 added more to the Trucy/Gramarye storyline and led to the first connections between Apollo and Nahyuta.
I have to say overall I'm not a fan of the reduced days for the cases. Having them be so court heavy really diminishes from the experience.
I have to say overall I'm not a fan of the reduced days for the cases. Having them be so court heavy really diminishes from the experience.
Still enjoying the game a lot, but yeah.
Wow...holy shit. I'm still only on the first investigation phase of Case 5, but this whole sequence is singlehandedly making up for how contrived Apollo's character writing and backstory felt in Dual Destinies. This is genuinely good writing that gives him layers and texture as a character.
I'm really worried about Dhurke now, though. "Estranged father finally connects with his son" seems an awful lot like a harbinger for death
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Just finished the first Trial segment of Case 5. I take back what I said earlier.
I don't hate Apollo anymore.