The first episode of this game starts out with a normal trial. A bomb is ticking. Thankfully, everyone is able to get out before it explodes. The courtroom, however, is in ruins. Athena Cykes, the game's new defense, makes her appearance and a familiar face, Phoenix Wright, makes his return to the courts, after being allowed to practice law again.
Case Information
- Time of Crime: December 16, between 8 AM to 11 AM.
- Location: Courtroom No. 4
- Defendant: Juniper Woods
- Victim: Candice Arme
- Cause of death: Blunt force trauma to the back of the head
- Murder weapon: Bomb struck on head
- Defense Attorney: Athena Cykes, Phoenix Wright
- Prosecution Lawyer: Gaspen Payne
Characters
Defense Attorney
Athena Cykes
Athena Cykes, the new defense lawyer, makes her first appearance! Will she be able to defend Juniper, though?
Phoenix Wright Our favourite defense lawyer is back! Phoenix helps Athena defend when she's in a pinch later on in the game.
Defendant
Juniper Woods
Athena's childhood friend. She grew up in the forest and lives with her grandmother. She is being blamed for both murder and courtroom bombing.