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Episode 2
The Magical Turnabout

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April 27, 10:00 AM
Penrose Theater - Stage

Trucy:
And that's how the evil magician, Mr. Reus, was defeated!

Mr. Reus:
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaagh!

Trucy:
See you for Act Two, everybody!

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Athena:
Brava! Brava, Trucy! Wow, Apollo! Wasn't that a great trick?!

Apollo:
You bet! I've never seen such a great magic act!

Athena:
Did you know they even featured Trucy's show on TV this morning?! "Penrose Theater. A well-known gateway to success for entertainers! It's here at this famous theater that we'll finally get to see... ...Trucy Wright's... 'Trucy in Gramarye-Land'! The long-awaited revival of the magic of Troupe Gramarye!"

Apollo:
Wow! That explains why there's a TV crew here to cover the show!

Athena:
This is the perfect opportunity to promote the Wright Anything Agency, too! After all, people look up things they see on TV, right?

Apollo:
But wouldn't they be looking up the talent part, and not the law part of our agency?

Athena:
Mamma mia! You're right! We'd get nothing but requests from Trucy's fans, wouldn't we?

Apollo:
Oh, well. Guess we'll just have to make it the old-fashioned way. My name is Apollo Justice. I'm a rookie lawyer with only about two years of experience under my belt. We're here to see Trucy's magic show. She's a fellow member of our agency. We came on behalf of our boss, Mr. Wright, who's away on a trip.

Athena:
Ooh, and did you hear, Apollo? Even though it's only her debut, her shows are completely sold out!

Apollo:
What? Really!? (That's amazing!)

Athena:
Voilà! A star is born! Who knows HOW far she'll go? At this rate, nothing in the world can stop us! Wahhh ha ha ha!

Apollo:
Uh, you do realize this has nothing to do with you, right? This is Athena Cykes. She's another member of our agency. She may not look it, but at just nineteen years old, she's a lawyer as well.

Athena:
What do you mean, "She may not look it"...? Of course I look the part!

Apollo:
...Care to explain how, exactly?

Athena:
Aww c'mon, have a heart...

Widget:
Stop treating me like a child!

Apollo:
That gadget around Athena's neck that spoke just now? That's Widget. Widget helps Athena out with her special field of expertise: analytical psychology. He also has a habit of blurting out whatever Athena's really thinking.

Athena:
Yeah, this little guy can be a little unruly at times.

Widget:
Hey, upgrade me already!

*buzzzzzzz*

Your attention, please. The show will restart after a twenty-minute intermission. We ask that you please be back in your seats before the next act. Thank you.

Apollo:
Hey, why don't we go say hi to Trucy in her dressing room during the break?

Athena:
Ooh, yes! Let's go see the big star! I'm so nervous! What should I say to her?!

Apollo:
Um, whatever you usually say to her at the office every day...?

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April 27
Penrose Theater - Dressing Room

Apollo:
So this is Trucy's dressing room... Looks like she's busy over there with someone.

Staff:
Could you sign this, please, ma'am?

Trucy:
Sure thing! Just the one sheet in this clipboard, right?

Athena:
A fan asking for Trucy's autograph, maybe?

Apollo:
I don't think so. It looks like some kind of contract.

Staff:
Thank you very much. I'll get this to the producer right away.

Trucy:
Great. Thanks! ...Oh! Polly! Athena! You came!

Athena:
Of course! Congratulations on your big debut!

Trucy:
Hee hee! Thanks!

Apollo:
Who was that just now, by the way?

Trucy:
Somebody from Take-2 TV. They want to turn my magic show into a TV special! They're planning to broadcast it nationwide! Hee hee! Can you imagine?!

Apollo:
Wow. You really ARE a big star!

Athena:
Hey, can I get your autograph later, Trucy?

Trucy:
Sure! My signature's in high demand today! Would you like one, too, Polly?

Apollo:
(............Yeah, actually, I would...)

Trucy:
Oops! Looks like I ran out of flyers, so I'll have to sign your forehead instead!

Apollo:
H-Hey! Knock it off! Look, just forget about the autograph! This is Trucy Wright. She's a magician, and Mr. Wright's adopted daughter. She's becoming quite renowned in the magic world these days for her impressive skills.

Trucy:
A lot of people get this wrong, but... ...Apollo's actual job is being my magic assistant!

Apollo:
No, YOU'RE the one who gets it wrong!

Athena:
Ooh, think you can do that trick you always do at the office for me, Trucy?

Trucy:
Okay! Behold! The wondrous magic that can make anything disappear! Three, two, one... Ta-dah! My magic panties are an extra-dimensional galaxy!

Athena:
Brava, Trucy! Brava!

Apollo:
...Okay, but why do you always have to make MY attorney's badge disappear?

Trucy:
Well, that's because, out of everyone at the Wright Anything Agency... ...you're the one I get the best reaction out of!

Apollo:
(That doesn't make my poor badge feel any better...)

Talk

The show Apollo: Thanks again for inviting us, Trucy! Trucy: Hee hee. Thank YOU for coming! Apollo: Your show sure packs a wallop! I nearly fell out of my seat when that dragon showed up! And when it attacked you --whew... ...I was terrified, even though I knew it was all just a part of the show! Trucy: That's good! Because that trick is the crowning glory of Act One! I'm really glad you're enjoying the show! Athena: I heard your shows are completely sold out, Trucy! They say your fans were all over the tickets the instant they became available! Like hungry wolves going after their prey! Apollo: Sounds like you've made a loyal pack of followers for yourself already, Trucy. Trucy: But you two are the only ones who got a special VIP invitation from me! Today's just a dress rehearsal for the performers, staff, family, and friends. Athena: A "Generalprobe," huh? That's what they call it in Germany! Trucy: The real show isn't until the day after tomorrow. Athena: By the way, are you going to finally do your magic panties trick onstage after the break? Trucy: Sorry to disappoint anyone who came just to see my magic panties... ...but my next trick is completely new! I'm debuting it today! Athena: Ooh! A new trick, huh? Are you gonna chop Apollo up into little lawyer bits? Apollo: Funny, I don't recall EVER agreeing to anything like that... Trucy: Hmm... While that DOES sound like a good idea... ...today's trick is a totally new Troupe Gramarye Original. The entire future of the troupe is riding on the success of this special new trick! Apollo: How so? Special new trick Trucy: This show is really important to me -- it isn't like any of the other shows I've done. As the rightful heir to the Troupe Gramarye repertoire of magic... ...this show is my first chance to unveil the tricks I've inherited. Apollo: Troupe Gramarye, huh... Trucy: Yeah, I have a poster of them hanging right over there! Apollo: Heh. It feels like it's been ages since I've seen a picture of them. (Troupe Gramarye was a group of magicians who dominated the magic world in their day. Trucy is the sole heir to the troupe's entire repertoire of stage magic.) Huh? Who's this guy in green and purple on the left here...? Trucy: Oh, that's The Great Mr. Reus, the other magician in today's show. He used to belong to Troupe Gramarye, too, a long time ago. Apollo: Hey, so tell us more about this special magic you're going to reveal today! Trucy: It's a secret Troupe Gramarye trick... ...left behind by my late granddaddy, Magnifi Gramarye. It's never been performed before, so this is the first time it'll be seen by the public! Apollo: The grand unveiling, huh? (No wonder she's been working so hard.) Trucy: Well, I'd better get going! Apollo: Huh? Where to? Trucy: To practice my act, of course! The show's only a few days away! Apollo: You're really pushing yourself. Didn't you practice until late last night, too? Trucy: Yup! Because everything's gotta be just right! Apollo: (Trucy inherited all of Troupe Gramarye's magic tricks from her father when he died. And the troupe's entire legacy is now resting on her shoulders. No wonder she's feeling the pressure.) It looks like everything's going well today, though. I mean, that last trick was perfect! Trucy: Grace under pressure -- that's me! After all, "a true entertainer always keeps a smile on their face!" That's the Troupe Gramarye creed! Apollo: It's hard to believe you've accomplished so much, even though you're still in high school. Trucy: Hee hee. But, to tell you the truth, I'm actually pretty nervous. Apollo: Who wouldn't be? (Oh, I bet this would do the trick...) You'll be FINE, Trucy! If anybody can do it, you can! Trucy: P-Polly... That was just the boost I needed! Thanks! Athena: Apollo's "fine" sure has a way of really hitting you right in the heart -- and in the ears. Apollo: Enough ragging on my voice already... ???: Trucy? Trucy: Oh, hi, Bonny! Bonny: It's almost time for the second act. Trucy: Oh, okay. Thanks! Well, Apollo, Athena -- enjoy the rest of the show! Apollo: Break a leg, Trucy! Trucy: Thanks. I will! Athena: I hope her new trick goes well. Apollo: Hey, this is Trucy we're talking about. She'll be fine. ???: Oh, I wouldn't be so sure... Apollo: Huh? Bonny: Performing magic is like walking a tightrope -- there's always an element of danger. One little mistake can even cost you your life, you know. I wonder if she'll make it across today... Apollo: Umm... and what do you mean by that, exactly? Bonny: Hee hee. Oh, nothing! Now, if you'll excuse me... Apollo: She's gone... (What was that all about? Judging by what she said, I'm going to guess she's probably a magician, too.) Athena: Come on, Apollo! We've gotta get back to our seats now or we'll be late! Apollo: Ow! Hey, stop pulling! Okay, let's see... (Guess it's time to Move back to the stage...)

Present
	Attorney's Badge Trucy: Ooh, your attorney's badge! Does this mean you want me to...? Apollo: (...I knew I shouldn't have done that.) Trucy: Hey! Why'd you put it away? Fine. If that's the way you're going to be... Three, two, one... Ta-dah! Apollo: Hey, don't make it...! Wait my badge is still here... Athena: That was MY badge, Trucy!

Examine
	Anything Apollo: (I guess I shouldn't touch anything while Trucy's around.) Trucy: You shouldn't touch anything while I'm NOT around either! Apollo: (She read my mind...)

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April 27
Penrose Theater - Stage

Athena:
Hurry up, Apollo! It's about to start! I want to see what Trucy's next trick is!

Apollo:
You're really wound up today, aren't you... Why don't you take your seat and try to relax?

Athena:
Whoa! Look! There's a TV reporter over there! With a TV camera and everything!

Widget:
Oh, yeah, baby!

Apollo:
Athena, sit down! You're blocking people's view! Yeesh, I feel like I'm babysitting here...

Reporter:
Hello, everyone! I'm reporting from the beautiful Penrose Theater... ...where the public performance of "Trucy in Gramarye-Land" begins in just two short days! But today, they've very kindly agreed to give us a sneak preview! Isn't this exciting!

Athena:
Apollo! Do you thing I was on TV just now?!

Apollo:
How should I know? But if you were, you were disgracing our entire agency, that's for sure.

Athena:
H-Hey! What the heck's that supposed to mean?!

Apollo:
Ooh! Here it comes!

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Athena:
Wow, that was amazing! I have no idea how she escaped that coffin!

Apollo:
(I'm glad Trucy's escape trick went off without a hitch.)

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Trucy:
And when I open the coffin, like this... inside you seeeee... ...M-Mr. Reus? But how...?

Athena:
I wonder what's going on.

Apollo:
He's... not getting up...

Trucy:
Eeeeeeeeeeeeek!

Apollo:
Trucy?! Wh-What just happened?!

Whoa man! An accident?!

Is, like, that guy DEAD?!

Athena:
...Wait. That's not part of the act?

Staff:
Attention, please! For your own safety, we ask that everyone please evacuate the building.

Apollo:
What's going on? Is Trucy okay?!

Staff:
Outside, everyone! Evacuate immediately, please!

Apollo:
Whoa! Hey! Stop grabbing at me!

Athena: Trucyyyyyyy!

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April 27
Penrose Theater

Apollo:
(They kicked us out.)

Hey, what gives?!

Will somebody please tell us what's going on?!

Athena:
Poor Trucy! I hope she's okay... ...Hey, here comes that staff member from before.

Staff:
Your attention, please! We regret to inform you that today's show has been canceled!

What?!

But I was looking forward to the rest of it!

Staff:
W-We are very sorry, but the theater is on lock-down pending a police investigation.

Apollo:
E-Excuse me! Is it because of that accident? That man in the coffin -- is he...?

Staff:
U-Um, well... We're still trying to figure things out, sir... But I can tell you that Ms. Wright is fine. She wasn't injured, so please don't worry.

Apollo:
Thank goodness she's okay...

???:
Hey, you there! What the heck's going on?! They wouldn't even let ME in. ME, for crying out loud!

Staff:
Oh, Mr. Retinz! There was an accident during the show.

Retinz:
An accident? Great, just great. That's all I need right now. Do you have any idea how much money we're sinking into this program?!

Apollo:
Um... and you are...?

Retinz:
The man behind the scenes, that's who. This is a fine kettle of fish, let me tell ya! Spinning all this is gonna be a real pain in my posterior, believe you me!

Apollo:
(Spinning? As in covering it up?)

Retinz:
Look, I gotta get inside. Seriously, can't a guy catch a break around here?!

Apollo:
Well, there he goes...

Athena:
Why don't we go back to the office for now? I'm sure Trucy will call us once things have settled down.

Apollo:
Yeah, I guess you're right.

Talk

Any ideas? Apollo: So, Athena, any ideas? Athena: Sorry... I've got nothing. I mean, it was just one amazing trick after another! Who could figure it all out?! Apollo: Um... I was asking if you have any ideas about the accident, not the show, Athena... What to do Apollo: I can't believe they had to cancel the rest of the show. I wonder if Trucy's okay... Athena: Yeah, poor thing... After all her hard work, too! I sure with Mr. Wright was here right now. Apollo: Well, I guess we'd better head back to the office. There's nothing we can do here.

Present

Attorney's Badge Athena: Heh heh! Myyy badge is shinier than yooours! Apollo: Of course. Yours is newer than mine. A great weathered finish like this only comes with age and experience. Athena: Wh-What?! I can get a finish just as good as that on my badge, too, you know! Apollo: Getting it dirty on purpose doesn't count, Athena. Athena: ¿Perdón? Ha ha ha! Wh-What makes you think I'd ever do anything like that?

Examine

Penrose Theater building Apollo: What an odd building. Athena: The name "Penrose Theater" comes from the "Penrose triangle" -- an impossible object. It's called an impossible object because it only exists as an optical illusion. Apollo: An optical illusion? Athena: Uh-huh. Just like how that "cube" on the front of the building isn't really a cube at all. Apollo: ............ It isn't? It sure looks like a cube to me. Athena: It's just the way it's shaded. The dark and light parts make it look like it's jutting outward towards us, but it really isn't. Apollo: Huh-whuh? It isn't? Athena: Come on. Let's take a look at it from over there. Apollo: O-Okay? Whaaat?! You're right! That's so weird! Athena: Now do you get it? Apollo: I think so? It's kinda hard to tell... Clock and Penrose triangle Apollo: What are all these weird objects, anyway? Are they supposed to be "modern art"? Like that clock... Is it just me, or are the hands moving awfully fast? Athena: ¡Ay, caramba! What kind of clock doesn't show the proper time? Is that part of what makes it "art"? Apollo: Who knows? ...Hey, take a look at that man in front of the clock. He's trying real hard to set his watch to it. Athena: ! H-Hey! Mister! Poster Athena: Look! There's Trucy -- front and center! So the show actually starts the day after tomorrow, huh? Apollo: I don't know if you've noticed, but... ...you see that man in front of the poster? He's been standing there a long time looking at it. Athena: Yeah, I noticed! And sometimes, he kind of stretches his hand towards it a little bit... Apollo: Oh... I bet he's one of Trucy's fans. You think he's gonna try to make of with it? Athena: Who knows... Oh, look! I guess we don't have to worry! Ha ha ha! Every time the man reaches for it, the dog growls and pulls at his pant leg. Apollo: Yeah, it kinda begs the question: Who's the master and who's the pet?

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April 27
Wright Anything Agency *ring ring* ............*beep*

Apollo:
It's no use. I can't get a hold of Mr. Wright. I wonder if something happened to him in Khura'in.

Athena:
Maybe he got caught up in some kind of trouble again, as always.

Apollo:
Yeah, trouble's drawn to him like iron filings to a magnet.

Athena:
Hey, Apollo! Speaking of Khura'in, they're showing something about it on TV right now!

TV:
There has been some surprising news coming out of the Kingdom of Khura'in. The country recently saw defense attorney Phoenix Wright win a "not guilty" verdict... ...the first verdict of its kind in twenty-three years!

Apollo:
...! Mr. Wright won a trial in Khura'in?!

TV:
Lawyers are said to be highly disrespected in the Kingdom of Khura'in... ...so Mr. Wright's win was an upset victory amidst entrenched hostility.

Athena:
Wow! Did you hear that?! The first time in twenty-three years!

Apollo:
Yeah... But what was he doing in court there in the first place? I thought he just went for a visit.

Athena:
So he WAS in some kind of trouble, just like we thought!

TV:
Next, an update on the unfortunate accident that occured at the Penrose Theater...

Athena:
Hey, now they're talking about the accident at Trucy's show!

TV:
Famed magician "The Great Mr. Reus" was skewered with a sword and died on the spot.

Apollo:
Oh, no! So... he really is dead...

TV:
And now, here is the footage of that deadly moment.

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TV:
Mr. Reus's body isn't visible in this footage... ...but these are still very shocking images. The magician, Trucy Wright, is reportedly still only a high school student. Could it be that this unfortunate accident happened due to a lack of proper training? Did the young magician have enough experience, preparation, and knowledge? Some might say that Troupe Gramarye should be held accountable for this incident.

Apollo:
Hey! What kind of biased reporting is this?

Athena:
Yeah! They're making it sound like it's all Trucy's fault!

TV:
Oh! We've just received more breaking news. ......Oh, my! The young magician in question, Trucy Wright... ...is now under arrest on the charge of involuntary manslaughter!

Apollo:
Wh-Whaaaat?!

TV:
We will keep you updated as this unfortunate tale unfolds. Stay tuned!

Apollo:
Trucy's under arrest?! She can't be!

Athena:
...Apollo! We've gotta do something!

Apollo:
Yeah. Let's get down to the detention center right away! (But before I forget, I think I'll jot a few things down about the case. I'll just open up the Court Record... ...and make a few Notes. I can use it like a kind of "To Do" list. If I ever get stuck, I can just refer to these notes.)

Talk

Any ideas? Athena: How dare they cover it like that?! They're putting everything on Trucy! I'm going to stage a huge protest! You'll see! Apollo: (Yikes. Athena's scary when she's mad!) Okay... So what's the plan? Athena: I'm gonna stop watching TV completely, starting today! Apollo: That's your "huge protest"? Athena: Ah...! But there's this show I want to watch this week... Nrrrrgh! I can already tell this is going to be a hard, uphill battle! Apollo: Yeah... Good luck with that, Sisyphus. What to do Athena: I'll race you to the detention center! Loser buys the winner juice. Deal? Apollo: A race?! You mean, I have to RUN?! ...Let's just skip the running and go straight to me buying you juice. Apollo: YES!!! That's the fourth free juice this month! Apollo: (Athena is getting really good at sponging off of me.)

Examine

Bookshelf Apollo: Mr. Wright sure has a lot of law books and old case files. Athena: It sure looks that way, doesn't it. But take a closer look. Most of those books and files have to do with magic. Apollo: Oh, wow. You're right... They're just hidden behind law book covers... Athena: Little by little, Trucy is taking over the whole office with her magic equipment. Apollo: I hate to admit it, but recently... ...I sometimes feel like I'm going to forget I'm even a lawyer when I'm here. Athena: It sounds like Trucy's magic is starting to take over your brain, too. Charley the plant Athena: I just watered Charley, so he's looking pretty perky. Apollo: For a guy whose desk is always a big jumbled mess... ...Mr. Wright never forgets to water Charley. Athena: Sometimes, I catch him staring at that plant and smiling. It must hold some special meaning for him. Apollo: Could be. He did say Charley's been in this office since his first days as a lawyer... He doesn't seem to want to talk about it much, though. Athena: One thing's for sure: Charley is no ordinary plant. Hula hoop Apollo: It's yet another magic prop. Athena: Oh! A hoop! I'm really good at that! How about you? Apollo: Nope. I just don't seem to have the knack for it. Athena: I figured as much. After all, you're not really in-tune with your body. Apollo: You DO realize this hoop is used for the "levitating woman" trick, right? Athena: What?! It's not for hula dancing?! Athena: And since you're "really good at that"... Athena: No! What I meant was... Apollo: ...I think I'll recommend you to Trucy for the assistant role, then! You can take over for me! Athena: What did I hula myself into...? Magic props Athena: I wonder what kinds of tricks Trucy uses these things for. Like this little guillotine, for example. Apollo: Well, a human head definitely wouldn't fit. So maybe something small and fuzzy? Athena: Eww! That's disgusting! Not to mention cruel! Trucy would never do anything like that! Apollo: Hmph. You didn't get mad that time Trucy put MY head in a guillotine! Athena: That's because you performed your role with such gusto! I mean, your screams were so realistic, I couldn't stop laughing! Apollo: (That's because they were 100% real...) Magic split box Athena: I've always thought these shelves were a little awkward and hard to use. Apollo: Yeah. The shape doesn't really lend itself well to the concept of "shelves." I mean, there's a hole in the top part and everything. Athena: Did you ever notice that every now and then, things disappear when you put them inside? It's like the shelves remember that they used to be a magic prop or something. Apollo: Not the most useful piece of furniture in the world, to say the least. Table Apollo: With everyone's personal items littering the office, this place is as messy as ever. Athena: Yeah... Take this loud jacket of yours, for example. It's been sitting here forever. Apollo: "Loud"?! What do you mean by, "loud"? I love that jacket! Athena: Oh, yeah? Why don't you ever wear it, then? Apollo: Well, uh... (The last time I wore that jacket...) Trucy: Oh, Polly! I'm so happy for you! You finally decided to take the plunge! Now you're ready for your stand-up comedy debut! You, Daddy, and Athena should form a group! I can see it now: "Primary Color Punch-Lines"! Apollo: Let's just say that jacket brings back painful memories... Athena: ?

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April 27
Detention Center - Visitor's Room

Trucy:
............

Apollo:
(Poor Trucy... What can we even say to her?)

Trucy:
...Oh! Polly! Athena!

Athena:
Trucy... Are you okay?

Trucy:
...I'm fine. Don't worry about me.

Apollo:
We saw the news about the accident on TV.

Trucy:
Eh heh heh. Guess I can't Houdini my way out of this one. I got arrested and everything! They say I'm the one who caused the accident.

Apollo:
But that's not true... right?

Trucy:
To be honest... I don't really know. I mean, I have no idea how an accident like that could've happened. The trick went off without a hitch. I'm sure of that much! Still, the police just won't listen to me! They've already decided that it was all my fault! *sigh* I'm exhausted after all their questions...

Athena:
Looks like she's been able to hang in there at least.

Apollo:
Yeah... (She really is one tough cookie.) I know you're tired, but... ...can you tell us a little bit about the accident?

Trucy:
Yes, of course! Go ahead and ask me anything! I'll be... I'll be fine!

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