Welcome to day two of the “Reunion, and Turnabout” case in Ace Attorney: Justice for All! This guide will walk you through both the courtroom drama and the crucial investigation phases, ensuring you present the right evidence and uncover the truth. Follow these steps to navigate the trial and bring the real culprit to justice. Let’s dive into this Ace Attorney Strategy Guide to ace Day 2!
Trial (Former) – Unraveling Angel’s Testimony
The trial begins with witness testimony from Angel Starr. It’s your job to carefully listen to her account and find the contradictions that will lead you closer to the truth.
Witness’s Account – Angel Starr
- “Press Angel on all available statements.” Start by pressing Angel on every statement she makes. This is crucial in Ace Attorney as pressing for more details can reveal inconsistencies or new information.
- “Press Angel on the statement that starts with ‘Through the wire fence…'” Continue pressing Angel, especially on the statement regarding seeing through the wire fence. We need to understand her vantage point and what she claims to have witnessed.
- “Present Crime Photo on the statement that starts with ‘The chief prosecutor…'” When Angel talks about the Chief Prosecutor, present the Crime Photo. Does her testimony align with the crime scene evidence? This action is key to casting doubt on her initial statements.
- “Choose Objection! (but pick the other option first, if you want to get the Lunchbox achievement)” This is a branching moment. Choose “Objection!” to proceed with the trial. If you’re aiming for achievements, remember to explore other options first for potential in-game rewards, but for the main walkthrough, we’ll object.
- “Present Edgeworth’s Knife on the statement that starts with ‘The murder was…'” As Angel describes the murder, present Edgeworth’s Knife. This piece of evidence is crucial in challenging her narrative and highlighting potential discrepancies in her account of the events.
Angel’s Deduction – Spotting the Flaws
After pressing Angel, it’s time to analyze her revised testimony and pinpoint further contradictions using evidence.
- “Present Goodman’s Autopsy Report on the statement that starts with ‘Nothing else…'” When Angel states “Nothing else,” present Goodman’s Autopsy Report. Does her deduction hold up against the medical examiner’s findings? This is where we begin to dismantle her seemingly airtight testimony.
- “Present Crime Photo on the statement that starts with ‘Her red muffler…'” When Angel mentions the red muffler, present the Crime Photo. Re-examine the crime scene photo in light of Angel’s deductions. Does the muffler’s position or condition support her claims? This presentation is critical to highlighting inconsistencies in her observations.
Apprehending the Suspect – Zeroing in on the Truth
Now, it’s time to directly challenge Angel and expose the holes in her story.
- “Press Angel on the statement that starts with ‘I quickly caught her…'” Press Angel on her statement about quickly catching the suspect. The speed and ease she describes might be questionable.
- “Choose Press her.” After pressing, choose to “Press her” further. We need to dig deeper into this specific point.
- “Press Angel on the statement that starts with ‘Ah yes…'” Continue to press Angel, especially on the statement beginning with “Ah yes…” This statement likely contains further details that can be challenged.
- “Choose Ask further.” Choose to “Ask further” to probe deeper into her recollections and uncover more inconsistencies.
- “Present Parking Lot Floor Plans on the statement that starts with ‘I saw it all…'” When Angel claims to have seen everything, present the Parking Lot Floor Plans. This is a pivotal moment. Use the floor plans to challenge her line of sight and what would realistically be visible from her claimed location.
- “Choose Where she saw it (If you want to get the Lunchbox achievement, pick the other 2 options first – beware, your health will tank^^’)” Again, achievement hunters might want to explore other options first. However, to progress, select “Where she saw it.”
- “Point to the Security Room.” On the floor plan, point to the Security Room. This is the crucial location to question her visibility from.
- “Choose Distance to the crime.” Question the “Distance to the crime.” Highlight the improbability of her seeing everything clearly from the Security Room given the distance and potential obstructions.
- “Choose Raise an objection.” Finally, raise an objection! You’ve built your case to challenge Angel’s testimony effectively.
Decisive Evidence – The Turning Point
We’re now at a critical juncture. Make sure to SAVE here, especially if you are aiming for achievements. This part requires keen observation.
- “Press Angel on all available statements.” Press Angel on all available statements once more. Sometimes, pressing again after presenting evidence reveals new details.
- “Choose There’s a problem.” When prompted, choose “There’s a problem.” It’s time to directly point out the inconsistencies.
- “Point to the blood on the sole.” On the Crime Photo, point to the blood on the sole of the victim’s shoe. This is a key piece of evidence that contradicts Angel’s testimony and potentially links to another suspect.
- “Present Crime Photo.” Present the Crime Photo itself to emphasize the blood on the sole and its significance.
- “Point to the cloth in the exhaust pipe.” Again, on the Crime Photo, point to the cloth in the exhaust pipe of the car. This detail is crucial and easily overlooked.
- “Present Lana’s Cell Phone.” Finally, present Lana’s Cell Phone. This evidence ties everything together and strongly implicates Lana Skye.
Trial (Latter) – Confronting the Truth
The trial shifts focus, and new evidence comes to light.
- “Point to the switch.” During the presentation of evidence, point to the switch. This seemingly small detail is actually very important.
Department in Disorder – Exposing the Cover-Up
The focus shifts to the police department and potential internal issues.
- “Present Goodman’s Note on the statement that starts with ‘Unless there’s evidence…'” Present Goodman’s Note when Gant mentions the need for evidence. This note will be critical in challenging Gant’s authority and revealing hidden agendas.
- “Press Gant on the statement that starts with ‘A detective was killed…'” Press Damon Gant on the statement about a detective being killed. Gant’s reactions and statements need to be scrutinized.
- “Choose Where the victim was found.” Ask Gant about “Where the victim was found.” This is to establish key details about the crime scene from Gant’s perspective.
- “Press Gant on the statement that starts with ‘It’s not oficially linked…'” Press Gant again on the statement that starts with “It’s not officially linked…” His attempts to downplay connections should raise suspicion.
- “Press Gant on the statement that starts with ‘I’ll cooperate…'” Press Gant on his statement about cooperation. Is he truly being cooperative, or is it a facade?
- “Choose The victim’s ID number.” Ask about “The victim’s ID number.” This seemingly minor detail is actually a crucial piece of the puzzle.
- “Choose This tells me something!” Choose “This tells me something!” as you start to piece together the inconsistencies.
- “Present Goodman’s ID.” Present Goodman’s ID. This is the final piece of evidence needed to expose the truth and confront Gant.
Investigation – Gathering Crucial Clues
With the trial adjourned, it’s time to investigate and gather more evidence to solidify your case.
Underground Parking Garage – Initial Crime Scene Examination
- “Spray to the left of the body outline.” Use Luminol to spray to the left of the body outline in the Underground Parking Garage.
- “Examine the luminol reaction.” Examine the luminol reaction. This will reveal hidden bloodstains and crucial clues.
- “Choose The amount of blood.” Focus on “The amount of blood” revealed by the luminol.
- “Talk to Angel about all available topics.” Talk to Angel about all available topics. She might reveal new information during the investigation phase.
- “Present Crime Photo to Angel.” Present the Crime Photo to Angel. See if her perspective changes with more direct evidence.
- “Present Goodman’s Note or Switchblade Knife to Angel.” Present either Goodman’s Note or the Switchblade Knife to Angel. These items might trigger new dialogues or insights.
- “Talk to Angel about all available topics.” Talk to Angel again about all available topics after showing her evidence.
- “Move to Police Department Entrance” Move to the Police Department Entrance.
- “Move to Guard Station” Move to the Guard Station.
- “Move to Police Department Entrance” Move back to the Police Department Entrance. Sometimes, moving between locations triggers new events or dialogues.
- “Move to Detention Center” Finally, move to the Detention Center.
Detention Center – Meekins’s Testimony
- “Talk to Meekins about all available topics.” Talk to Officer Meekins about all available topics. Meekins is often a source of (sometimes unreliable, but still useful) information.
- “Present Goodman’s ID to Meekins.” Present Goodman’s ID to Meekins. This might prompt him to recall specific details or provide new leads.
- “Talk to Meekins about all available topics.” Talk to Meekins again after showing him Goodman’s ID.
- “Move to Criminal Affairs Dept.” Move to the Criminal Affairs Department.
Criminal Affairs Dept. – Confronting Gant
- “Talk to Gant about all available topics.” Talk to Damon Gant about all available topics. This is a key confrontation point.
- “Examine the man at the center desk.” Examine the man at the center desk. This might reveal details about the department’s workings and atmosphere.
- “Talk to Gant about all available topics.” Talk to Gant again after examining the desk.
- “Move to Guard Station” Move to the Guard Station.
Guard Station – Marshall’s Secret
- “Examine the door.” Examine the door at the Guard Station.
- “Present Steak Lunch to Marshall.” Present the Steak Lunch to Jake Marshall. This is necessary to gain his cooperation.
- “Talk to Marshall about all available topics.” Talk to Marshall about all available topics after offering him lunch.
- “Present Goodman’s ID to Marshall.” Present Goodman’s ID to Marshall. This might encourage him to reveal more information.
- “Move to Evidence Room” Move to the Evidence Room.
Evidence Room – Unlocking the Truth
- “Talk to Gumshoe about all available topics.” Talk to Detective Gumshoe about all available topics. Gumshoe is crucial for accessing the evidence room and understanding the evidence.
- “Present Goodman’s Note or Switchblade Knife to Gumshoe.” Present either Goodman’s Note or the Switchblade Knife to Gumshoe. This might trigger new dialogues or allow access to evidence.
- “Talk to Gumshoe about all available topics.” Talk to Gumshoe again.
- “Slide to the right and examine the bloody handprint.” Slide the screen to the right and examine the bloody handprint.
- “Examine the glove.” Examine the glove near the handprint.
- “Use the Luminol (press the Present button on the item).” Select the Luminol and press the Present button to equip it.
- “Spray the bloody handprint.” Spray the luminol on the bloody handprint.
- “Examine the luminol reaction.” Examine the luminol reaction on the handprint.
- “Spray the shards.” Spray the luminol on the shards of glass.
- “Examine the luminol reaction.” Examine the luminol reaction on the shards.
- “Slide to the left and spray the upper left locker.” Slide to the left and spray the luminol on the upper left locker.
- “Examine the luminol reaction.” Examine the luminol reaction on the locker.
- “Slide to the right and examine the shards.” Slide back to the right and examine the shards again.
- “Choose Take a closer look.” Choose to “Take a closer look” at the shards.
- (Puzzle Solution – Reconstructing the Bottle) Follow these steps to reconstruct the broken bottle:
- “Choose the 4th piece from the right”
- “Choose the 4th piece from the left”
- “Choose the 3rd piece from the right”
- “Choose the 1st piece from the left”
- “Choose the 1st piece from the right and rotate right once”
- “Choose the 3rd piece from the left and rotate left once”
- “Choose the 2nd piece from the left and rotate right twice”
- “Choose the remaining piece”
- “Present ID Card Record to Gumshoe.” Present the ID Card Record to Detective Gumshoe.
High Prosecutor’s Office – Edgeworth’s Insight
- “Move to High Prosecutor’s Office” Move to the High Prosecutor’s Office.
- “Talk to Edgeworth about all available topics.” Talk to Miles Edgeworth about all available topics. Edgeworth’s insights are crucial.
- “Present ID Card Record to Edgeworth.” Present the ID Card Record to Edgeworth.
- “Present Switchblade Knife to Edgeworth.” Present the Switchblade Knife to Edgeworth.
- “Talk to Edgeworth about all available topics.” Talk to Edgeworth again after presenting evidence.
- “Move to Evidence Room” Move back to the Evidence Room.
Evidence Room – Final Confrontation
- “Choose the thumbprint.” Choose to examine the thumbprint in the Evidence Room.
- “Point to the dark smear.” Point to the dark smear on the thumbprint.
- “Choose Detective Gumshoe.” Choose “Detective Gumshoe” as the person whose thumbprint it is.
- “Slide to the left and examine the upper left locker.” Slide to the left and examine the upper left locker again.
- “Choose Check for Prints.” Choose “Check for Prints” on the locker.
- “Point to the area left of the leftmost visible finger (where the next finger would probably be).” Point to the specific area on the locker as indicated.
- “Choose the Jake Marshall.” Choose “Jake Marshall” as the owner of the fingerprints.
Congratulations! You’ve completed Day 2 of “Reunion, and Turnabout.” By following this ace attorney strategy guide, you’ve navigated the courtroom and investigation, bringing you closer to solving the case. Good luck with Day 3!
