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"So much love in his words."
- RIP Stephen Sondheim, 1930-2021

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"So much love in his words."
- RIP Stephen Sondheim, 1930-2021

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- RIP Stephen Sondheim, 1930-2021

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYs43CYNUgE

Calli singing musical songs. She's got a pretty good selection.

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- RIP Stephen Sondheim, 1930-2021

Whoa it's more than half a year ago. Time sure flies...

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Looks like formal dresses this time.

How long ago was their first new outfit reveal? It didn't feel that long ago.

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No vote.

Also, for me personally, one week is rather difficult to slot a movie in when things get busy (and that's not even taking my mood into account). But overall it's been great.

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Mikotoba got major points for tap dancing.

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Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop (2021)
Three Colors: Blue (1993)

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No vote.

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Drebber is a Sherlockian reference as it turns out.

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"You're impossibly fast, and strong. Your sword's blade is pale white and ice cold. Sometimes you speak like like you're from a different time. You only eat rice balls. You don't go out without your armor. I know what you are."

"Say it. Out loud. Say it."

"Samurai."

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Rear Window (1954)
Twilight Samurai (2002)
Harakiri (1962)
High and Low (1963)


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Are you talking about Madame Tusspells?

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PentelPaint posted...

And it's done. Some pretty good twists in there that I didn't predict correctly, some easily predicted due to past Ace Attorney experience.

Congrats! Hope you enjoyed it overall.

Those theories are pretty interesting! And I too thought Yujin might be either turn out dead, accused, or guilty. But he actually survived the game relatively unscathed.

Crescent-Moon posted...

I already have the game, I'm just waiting for my pre order Switch to be ready

Maybe for once I'll actually talk about the cases in depth~

Ooh here's hoping that Switch arrives quickly. Looking forward to your thoughts as well!

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Finished reading the first two pages of this topic and all caught up. Great stuff. And yeah, I agree that G2-2 was really good and I loved how Olive played into it. Poor girl.

And the upcoming case is also quite good!

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GiftedACIII posted...

He says in the OP he saw an LP of the games awhile ago because he didn't believe they'd be localized.

I know, but I saw his topic even before I started mine.
TBF, I finished my playthrough so fast because I didn't want to get caught up to by my friend (she overtook me by the end).

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Huh I'm quite surprised, I thought you'd have finished the game. Glad there's more for me to read then.

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Nobody (2021)
The Social Dilemma (2020)
Sorry to Bother You (2018)
The Empty Man (2020)

I'm not in the mood for Before series right now.

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Munchausen - 7/10

It was a pretty short but fun watch. It was really well-directed, shot, and edited, but there just wasn't too much meat on it. The transitions were wild and the slightly exaggerated acting was a good fit for the film. Nothing much to add, I suppose. The characters were really expressive. Also why was that doctor wearing a modern-looking bike helmet? Though maybe the anachronism was intended all along.


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MrSmartGuy posted...

That's extremely close to my ranking exactly. If you exclude 1-1, 2-1 (too high), and 1-3 (too low), the other 7 cases are in the precise same order I have them. And even then, those weren't far off from mine.

2-3 > 2-5 > 1-3 > 2-2 > 2-4 > 1-5 > 2-1 > 1-4 > 1-1 > 1-2

GiftedACIII posted...

Wow, this is pretty much mine exactly. The fact that 2-1 is so low even though it's one of my favorite first cases show how good this duology is. Although 2-1 to 1-4 is a pretty huge drop lol.

Nice! Honestly, the thing that slightly held 1-3 back for me was its lack of resolution, much like 1-1. Well, we did get a resolution two cases later...

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PentelPaint posted...

Speculative spoilers

Thinking back, I must say I can already see some terrifying possibilities in just the first cross examination. Did kind of fumble the present until I reexamined my evidences though.

I guess next question is when to continue. I can almost smell the end now, so I'm thinking of sitting on it until Sunday where I can complete in one sitting.

Yeah, a lot of people got stuck there, including me!

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Ah okay that makes sense.


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Huh, did the girls use VR chat from their own places?

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That's what he gets for eating soaps.

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Ah, enjoy the final and very long stretch of the game!

Anyway, here's my case ranking!

10. G1-2
It was kinda weird not having a trial segment. But other than that, the mystery is kind of...silly. That ballerina lady was almost pitiable but she was just too meek and her personality/backstory wasn't really likable that I'd personally sympathize with her. Also, the impact of Kazuma's 'death' wasn't too apparent on Phoenicius, and there was basically no reason for him to force us to sleep inside a wardrobe since there was a lock to his room (unless it's an SM kinkplay kinda thing...) except for case reasons. It was also a very claustrophobic case for the players since there were only like three rooms and two of them were basically the same (though yeah it made sense in-story).
Basically, there was nothing that made it stand out in a good way and quite some flaws.

9. G1-4
This ranking was hard. I actually enjoyed this case okay, perhaps more than the majority, since I did like the Garridebs. But Joan's tea mishaps got a bit too repetitive at times. I also liked Roly and think he's quite cute (and Pat is alright). The case itself did drag a bit but compared to later cases...it wasn't all that abd.

8. G1-5

Hmm, it still didn't feel quite right putting the final case this low. I actually had it higher than G1-3 at first but changed my mind about it. This was long, the trap-door-maker gadget thing was quite silly and pivotal to the case, and the characters involved didn't really have personal importance yet. Maybe Gina, but really it didn't feel like we get to really know her before this case anyway, and it was frustrating that she wouldn't tell us her side of the story, which would have made for a much smoother sail.
...and I don't want to look at a stereoscopic image ever again.
And the culprit was...well, he certainly had style, but I can't remember what his breakdown was like and that's pretty bad tbh.

7. G1-1
It was a pretty solid opening case! I enjoyed basically all the characters (and I think characters are really one of the biggest factors for my enjoyment of AA cases). Auchi was a great first opponent, Kazuma was charismatic, newbie Phoenicius was adorable, Iyesa and Kurio were fun witnesses with classic AA quirkiness, and Jezeille was fun to take down had the best breakdown animation.

No real complaints here. It was unsatisfying that the culprit escaped punishment we were left hanging about Jezeille's motivations until 30 more hours, especially since it was the first case. Well, in hindsight, it made sense why they made it that way, but still, it didn't feel good at the time.

6. G2-1
Ah yes, the opening case that was better than most of the preceding game. It had twists and turns, I love Menimemo (and he's kinda hot tbh), and IDK, I think the motivation of killing her because she was a racist jerk was a good and refreshing one lol. I also enjoyed seeing Susato as Ryutaro (or as my friend and I called him, Phoenicles). It was also nice to have a beach as the setting, though only in flashbacks and photos. And unlike G1-1 we have a clear motivation and comeuppance for the culprit.

5. G1-3
This was a very interesting case, especially everything surrounding McGilded. It was a great change of pace defending someone who we suspected were guilty, and whose tampering got more obvious as the case went on. Really memorable stuff.
Well, unfortunately the witnesses weren't all that memorable, I guess 'cept for Gina but she came late. Shout out to that adorable old lady juror though.
As it stands, this case takes the crown for the first game.

4. G2-4
I was really shook when I learned that the victim was Inspector Gregson! He was a bit standoffish at times but he played the detective role really nicely.
This case had some solid witnesses (the Gossip, Venus, and Sandwich trio was entertaining and so was the Hairy League duo, and Barry Caidin was quite interesting and imposing). Unfortunately it was cut short before it really reached any sort of climax or resolution...and I actually have a hard time remembering where it cut off since it was like...very much the opening part to G2-5. But well, it's not like I don't like it.

3. G2-2
Poor Olive Green...I liked her a lot, I really do. I have photos of each of her animations in the witness stand lol.
Okay, as a case, it was interesting how it was a continuation from G1-4. Shamspeare was annoying but at least it felt good to take him down, that scoundrel. It was also interesting to have one of the jurors join us as a witness. Overall, it was just a solid case with a great cast of characters that can stand on its own but was helped a bit by its connection to other cases.

2. G2-5
Ah yes, the ultimate case that tied everything up.
It had great character moments and it was interesting to take down a judge. But it dragged a bit and it was very, very, very long. And it felt slightly forced that we dragged everything out to solve a case 10 years ago.
I also didn't appreciate how we didn't have an 'evidence clean-up' system like...Trucy's magic panties. Goddammit Great Ace Attorney, you made me miss her magic panties. >_>
TBH most of my impression here was marred by just how long and arduous it got towards the end. But I think...it tied up everything from the duology really nicely. I'm quite impressed by the plotting that went into this game, though the pacing could've been worked out a little more.

1. G2-3
Ah yes, G2-3.
The World Exhibition or whatever it was had been hyped up since the first game and to finally come and see it was quite nice (though there was no crowd). It had some very nice locations and witnesses and man do I love Gina as an Inspector. And little Chief Officer Toby too!
As an aside, I really wanted to go to a Madame Tussaud's and a few years ago I got the chance to and had a blast there! So I'm happy we got to visit Madame Tusspells's here.

Other than that, boy, Enoch was one awesome antagonist. I love his animations the most out of everyone, I think. Oh, oh, and the Deduction segment with the anti-gravity scene was neat-o too. Dr. Courtney is also an interesting and intimidating character, but she was sadly a bit underutilized.
And the mystery of the case was quite meaty too with some tricky solution towards the end but it was

Anyway, there was a lot to love about this case. It was lengthy but the pacing itself was quite good, I feel. There was always some sense of progress and not too much dallying at any one point of contention. With great vistas and characters, it was my favorite case in the duology!

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What'd you expect from someone naming his daughter 'Sus'ato.

...<_< >_>

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voltch posted...

Something about both characters looking like lolis so this is problematic

That's really stupid.

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voltch posted...

Heeeh, seems like the Gura x Shion arc was too much for some to handle.
It appears that SA has shutdown vtuber discussion as a result.

Not sure why, it's just a cute arc which has to some p good animations.

What arc? I just saw a few clips about Gura and Shion confessing love to each other and getting mock-married. Are people up in the arms because it's their preferred ship?

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Luca - 8/10

I knew very little about this movie going in, though I think I watched a little of its trailer months ago and forgot most of it. Luca is a very competently made film with a ton of heart; it's very fun to watch throughout with gorgeous animation that Pixar is known for. The dynamic between the main characters is excellent.
I do have a few small grips. The premise itself is not as memorably unique as some of other Pixar outings. The villain's take-down was really quick and could've been more satisfying. And the sea monsters being accepted right away didn't really feel all that natural.
But yeah those are minor enough and it was still a very lovable movie. Shout out also to the character designs that felt familiar but different enough, I'm glad Pixar's not too attached to their usual human proportions and such.

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Bump. And... Should I watch the short skits first, actually?

PentelPaint posted...

Just finished case 8, or rather game 2 case 3. That was wild..

One of my favorites!


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Alright

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Okay.

Luca
Vivo
Kung Fu Hustle
The Green Mile
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom


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Yesterday, children are going back to school here but with some kinda shift system so the classrooms are not at full capacity. The effect remains to be seen.

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Well, that's the game! Final impressions and rankings to follow.

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Man, TGAA3 is looking DOPE.

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So Iris is Klint's daughter, making her Barok's niece. Aww.

After all the festivities, Phoenicius talked to Mikotoba Sr., saying he wanted to return to Japan and continues as a defense lawyer. Leaving Kazuma, Susato, and all his friends here behind... :"( Susato's sad smile is saddening.

And now it's the moment to say good bye. Oh hey this is voiced.

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Well, at least the Queen heard the whole proceeding.

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...okay, I can barely buy that remote transmission using that set of plushies is possible, but hologram? And one better than what we have today? :/

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Yeah, I also thought it would be under the wrapping.

Anyway, Strongbarf told the events of that fateful night. They did plan to ship Genshin Asogi back to Japan, but they saw Enoch witnessing Genshin rising from the grave. They could have shot Enoch instead. Geez.

Also it's splitting hairs since Strongbutt said Hellface was the one who pulled the trigger, but really, he was being forced by the judge. >_>

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Oh my, turns out Strongharsh is also behind the Professor a.k.a. Klint's activities, extorting him and commanding him to kill people. What a bad, bad man you are.

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We found Klint's will! It said 'Lord Wronghart is a doo doo head'! We got you now! No escape from the hand of the law!

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Oh Genshin's will has a third page? And Caidin actually has it on his person for some reason! No matter, time to read it.

Something something poem about taking off Karuma's head...can it be...?


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Stronghurt actually confessed to being the mind behind the Reaper.
But...he asked everyone to keep it under wraps for the sake of the country. :/ Yeah rite.

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Huh so Klint did have a large monstrous killer dog called Balmung. But funnily enough the emblem was from Klint's widow's family...the Baskervilles.

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Oh and that was the matter of him saying "I'm guilty of ending another human's life."

He probably meant through a duel since there were duel injuries on Klint as per the autopsy report.

But then...

Did Klint challenge him to a duel... Since Genshin figured out that Klint was the Professor...?

And Strongheartless covered it up to protect the reputation of the judicial staff?

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The Asogi papers, which was supposed to be his "last weapon" seemed to disappear from the cell before it was rediscovered by the prison governor.

But now Kazuma confirmed it was indeed his father's brushwork.

Is there some sort of secret message? And that's why the letter disappeared for a little while, as the governor tried to read what it said? If there's a hidden message, put it over a fire and see!

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Since we'll need to figure out who shot the Professor, can we invite Enoch and Madame Tusspells to testify too please? :3 And bring Dr. Sithe while we're at it! It'll be nice to have everyone gathered in one place.

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We're getting into the heart of the matter now. Even Caidin and Mr. Vigil are on the stand!

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