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Present evidence that [[Sturgeon's Law|the remaining 10% is worth dying for]] here. [[What Do You Mean It's Not Awesome?|For more emphasis]] you may [[Giving Someone the Pointer Finger|point your finger]] and yell ''Objection!''.
Present evidence that [[Sturgeon's Law|the remaining 10% is worth dying for]] here. [[What Do You Mean It's Not Awesome?|For more emphasis]] you may [[Giving Someone the Pointer Finger|point your finger]] and yell ''Objection!''.


These are recommendations made by Tropers for ''[[Ace Attorney (Visual Novel)|Ace Attorney]]'' fanfics, all of which have to be signed to stay on the page. Feel free to add a fanfic of your own to the list, but remember to use the template found [[Fan Fic Recommendations|here]].
These are recommendations made by Tropers for ''[[Ace Attorney]]'' fanfics, all of which have to be signed to stay on the page. Feel free to add a fanfic of your own to the list, but remember to use the template found [[Fan Fic Recommendations|here]].


You can also add to the current recommendations if you want. Refrain from posting [[Conversation in The Main Page]] though; that goes in the discussion page.
You can also add to the current recommendations if you want. Refrain from posting [[Conversation in the Main Page]] though; that goes in the discussion page.


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** Is this [[Captain Obvious]], [[Poe's Law]] or what?
** Is this [[Captain Obvious]], [[Poe's Law]] or what?


''[[Phoenix's SSBB Case Files (Fanfic)|Phoenix's SSBB Case Files]]'' by ShadowKnux372 (some AU, crossover)
''[[Phoenix's SSBB Case Files]]'' by ShadowKnux372 (some AU, crossover)
* Recommended by [[Da Patman]]
* Recommended by Da Patman
* ''Synopsis'': What if the ''Ace Attorney'' series was set in a world containing various locations from different Nintendo series, where Phoenix has to defend characters who appear in the [[Super Smash Bros]] series? The answer is simple. You get different people being murdered, and the pop culture references are all related to the series the characters come from, but apart from that, there's no difference. The cases are written as if ShadowKnux372 is copying the text down while playing the cases, and most of them are set in different continuities from each other and the actual ''Ace Attorney'' games. It's not just Phoenix who does the defending, either. Apollo and Mia both get a chance to defend, as do two characters from the ''Ace Attorney'' side you would never expect to see as attorneys. [[Phoenix's SSBB Case Files (Fanfic)|It has its own page.]]
* ''Synopsis'': What if the ''Ace Attorney'' series was set in a world containing various locations from different Nintendo series, where Phoenix has to defend characters who appear in the [[Super Smash Bros.]] series? The answer is simple. You get different people being murdered, and the pop culture references are all related to the series the characters come from, but apart from that, there's no difference. The cases are written as if ShadowKnux372 is copying the text down while playing the cases, and most of them are set in different continuities from each other and the actual ''Ace Attorney'' games. It's not just Phoenix who does the defending, either. Apollo and Mia both get a chance to defend, as do two characters from the ''Ace Attorney'' side you would never expect to see as attorneys. [[Phoenix's SSBB Case Files|It has its own page.]]
* ''Comments'': The only gripe I have with these cases is there aren't enough Psyche Locks in most of the cases with Phoenix. However, this is more than made up for by everything else. Apollo's "Perceive" ability in particular is as accurate as it's possible to be in pure text. As an added bonus, each of the cases debuts on the [[Super Smash Bros]] Brawl board at [[Game FAQs]], where anyone lucky enough to be online at the time they're being posted can play the case, and gets rewarded with a mention in the credits of that case. <s> Note that the series is currently suffering a major [[Schedule Slip]].</s>
* My only problems are, first, that he can't present ''[[Fire Emblem]]'' characters for beans, and that way too many of the cases seem to be results of accidents and carrying the [[Idiot Ball]]. They're way too simple for a Phoenix Wright case.


[http://www.idletheme.com/objection/index.php Objection!: A Phoenix Wright Fanfic Archive]
[https://web.archive.org/web/20141015220311/http://www.idletheme.com/objection/index.php Objection!: A Phoenix Wright Fanfic Archive]
* Recommended by [[Tropers/Wolfman 2000|Wolfman 2000]]
* Recommended by Wolfman 2000
* ''Synopsis'': A huge collection of stories for a variety of target audiences.
* ''Synopsis'': A huge collection of stories for a variety of target audiences.
* ''Comments'': There is something for everyone here: crossovers, humor, drama, shipping, you name it! Some of the fics listed below are also available here.
* ''Comments'': There is something for everyone here: crossovers, humor, drama, shipping, you name it! Some of the fics listed below are also available here.
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''[http://bludhavens.livejournal.com/8191.html Phoenix Wright Kink Meme]'' by various anon authors.
''[http://bludhavens.livejournal.com/8191.html Phoenix Wright Kink Meme]'' by various anon authors.
* Recommended by: Aruu
* Recommended by: Aruu
* ''Synopsis'': One of the biggest Kink Memes that's still going strong at a massive 23 parts.
* ''Synopsis'': One of the biggest Kink Memes that's still going strong at a massive 23 parts.
* ''Comments'': You'll find everything here. There's tooth rotting fluff fics, and there's intense dark fics. Almost every kink has been catered for throughout the meme, with all manner of pairings from the bog standard Phoenix/Edgeworth and Phoenix/Maya, to Gant/Gourdy and Franziska/Her whip. There's some hidden treasures between the crack!fills.
* ''Comments'': You'll find everything here. There's tooth rotting fluff fics, and there's intense dark fics. Almost every kink has been catered for throughout the meme, with all manner of pairings from the bog standard Phoenix/Edgeworth and Phoenix/Maya, to Gant/Gourdy and Franziska/Her whip. There's some hidden treasures between the crack!fills.


== [[Gen Fic|General Fics]] ==
== [[Gen Fic|General Fics]] ==
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''[http://incandescens.livejournal.com/644444.html Order in the Court]'', written by Incandescens
''[http://incandescens.livejournal.com/644444.html Order in the Court]'', written by Incandescens
* Recommended by [[Willy Four Eyes]], [[Of Science]]
* Recommended by Willy Four Eyes
* ''Synopsis'': It's a ''[[Bleach (Manga)|Bleach]]'' / ''[[Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney (Visual Novel)|Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney]]'' crossover with an alternate (and sometimes humorous) take on the "death" of {{spoiler|Aizen}} and how the Seireitei court would handle it.
* ''Synopsis'': It's a ''[[Bleach]]'' / ''[[Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney|Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney]]'' crossover with an alternate (and sometimes humorous) take on the "death" of {{spoiler|Aizen}} and how the Seireitei court would handle it.
* ''Comments'': Contains [[Loads and Loads of Characters]] from both universes. Was updated once every day in the month of May for an LJ community.
* ''Comments'': Contains [[Loads and Loads of Characters]] from both universes. Was updated once every day in the month of May for an LJ community.
** [[Of Science]]: For that matter, everything by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/258408/ Incandescens] is pretty amazing. Beware of the slash, though.


''[http://pyrasaur.livejournal.com/477606.html To Each a Tempo]'', written by Pyrasaur
''[http://pyrasaur.livejournal.com/477606.html To Each a Tempo]'', written by Pyrasaur
* Recommended by Beckstar
* Recommended by Beckstar
* ''Synopsis'': A ''[[Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney]]'' / ''[[Elite Beat Agents]]'' crossover. An Elite Beat Agent is accused of murdering the person he just finished saving, putting the top-secret Agency at risk of a damning first impression to the world. Phoenix and Maya must cover up their defendant's identity while uncovering the rest of the truth: who really killed the old woman in the secluded park, and why?
* ''Synopsis'': A ''[[Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney]]'' / ''[[Elite Beat Agents]]'' crossover. An Elite Beat Agent is accused of murdering the person he just finished saving, putting the top-secret Agency at risk of a damning first impression to the world. Phoenix and Maya must cover up their defendant's identity while uncovering the rest of the truth: who really killed the old woman in the secluded park, and why?
* ''Comments'': Only requires a basic knowledge of the EBA characters and mechanics to understand. Takes place soon after ''PW: Justice For All''. Explicit spoiler for ''JFA'' case 4, numerous vaguely alluded spoilers for the first two ''PW'' games. The author perfectly weaves the Elite Beat Agents into the world of Phoenix Wright.
* ''Comments'': Only requires a basic knowledge of the EBA characters and mechanics to understand. Takes place soon after ''PW: Justice For All''. Explicit spoiler for ''JFA'' case 4, numerous vaguely alluded spoilers for the first two ''PW'' games. The author perfectly weaves the Elite Beat Agents into the world of Phoenix Wright.
** [[Tropers/Roses Spindle|Roses Spindle]]: The original characters in this fic are just fantastic. They're all quirky enough to fit right into the Ace Attorney universe, and I can easily imagine their little tics and habits as if I were cross-examining them on my DS.
** [[Tropers/That Other You|That Other You]]: And for the icing on the cake, it was also the inspiration for [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0LgBUMlvwk this] Osu! level. The fact that people cared enough about this fic to create such an amazing level based off of it should speak volumes about its own quality.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4966474/1/Slow_Dance Slow Dance]'', written by Ellcrys
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4966474/1/Slow_Dance Slow Dance]'', written by Ellcrys
* Recommended by Jarell88, moooomoooo
* Recommended by Jarell88, moooomoooo
* ''Synopsis'': After Vera's trial comes an even more difficult struggle: trying to figure out what a normal life is and how to live it.
* ''Synopsis'': After Vera's trial comes an even more difficult struggle: trying to figure out what a normal life is and how to live it.
* ''Comments'': The process of recovery and adaptation from a life of complete seclusion is not an easy one. Ellcrys wonderfully takes one of the minor characters from the Ace Attorney universe, and spins a tale so real, you'll be crying for the poor girl before the fic is halfway through.
* ''Comments'': The process of recovery and adaptation from a life of complete seclusion is not an easy one. Ellcrys wonderfully takes one of the minor characters from the Ace Attorney universe, and spins a tale so real, you'll be crying for the poor girl before the fic is halfway through.
* Seconded. An incredible tying together of the events of Apollo Justice. Capcom themselves couldn't have written a better epilogue.
* Thirded so, so hard. Everyone is in character, and the romance is slight but sweet. The fic definitely qualifies as one enormous [[Crowning Moment of Heartwarming]].

''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3759441/1/The_Golden_Gavel The Golden Gavel]'', written by DSL-69
* Recommended by Miranda Shadowind
* ''Synopsis'': The Golden Gavel is a tavern, hidden deep in the basement of the District Prosecutors' Office. Within lies the characters and backstory of the first Phoenix Wright game, as seen through the eyes of its workaday bartender.
* ''Comments'': A unique "Meanwhile, in the background" retelling of the first game whose chapters fit rather nicely into canon. But instead of Phoenix, it primarily features other canon characters such as the prosecutors he faces and Detective Gumshoe with a handful of well-written OCs thrown into the mix. Sadly, thus far it only goes up through most of Case 3 and hasn't been updated in almost two years.
** Sadly, this fic is a [[Dead Fic]].


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5842017/1/On_Broken_Wings On Broken Wings]'' by icer01
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5842017/1/On_Broken_Wings On Broken Wings]'' by icer01
* Recommended by Suspicious Cookie
* Recommended by Suspicious Cookie
* ''Synopsis'': This is an AU that follows the 'bad ending' to Case 4 of JFA. After 2-4's Bad End scenario, Morgan's plot still stands, like a ticking time bomb. Will Phoenix's destiny again collide with the Fey Clan?
* ''Synopsis'': This is an AU that follows the 'bad ending' to Case 4 of JFA. After 2-4's Bad End scenario, Morgan's plot still stands, like a ticking time bomb. Will Phoenix's destiny again collide with the Fey Clan?
* ''Comments'': This is a 2-4 Bad End AU, which is a great premise. The alternate take on how 3-5 would have happened on this timeline is fascinating, the writing is great and there's a nice amount of angst - enough but not too much.
* ''Comments'': This is a 2-4 Bad End AU, which is a great premise. The alternate take on how 3-5 would have happened on this timeline is fascinating, the writing is great and there's a nice amount of angst - enough but not too much.


''[[A Complete Turnabout (Fanfic)|A Complete Turnabout]]'' by [[Tropers/Meikyu Butterfly|Nenilein]]
''[[A Complete Turnabout]]'' by Nenilein
* Recommended by [[True Zero]], Motmot
* Recommended by True Zero, Motmot
* ''Synopsis'': Waking up in an unfamiliar room one morning, Phoenix Wright suddenly finds a Prosecutor's Badge in his possession. With most of his allies suddenly acting hostile towards him, will he figure out what truly caused the world he knew to suddenly change?
* ''Synopsis'': Waking up in an unfamiliar room one morning, Phoenix Wright suddenly finds a Prosecutor's Badge in his possession. With most of his allies suddenly acting hostile towards him, will he figure out what truly caused the world he knew to suddenly change?
* ''Comments'': This story is cleverly written, and deals with a world where DL-6 never existed, and where the Phoenix from the games wakes up to find himself in the life of a Phoenix Wright who is not only a Prosecutor, but is such a Jerkass that almost everyone who was close friends with in his life now deeply hate him. Currently dealing with the first murder case, the victim and defendant being {{spoiler|Ema Skye and Lana Skye respectively}}, with Edgeworth as the Attorney, and Phoenix as the Prosecutor. Also has a case in a similar vein to DL-6, and the incident with the Forged Evidence from Apollo Justice, this case not being know to the reader or to Phoenix at this point, but resulting in the imprisonment of {{spoiler|Mia and a non-psychopathic Dahlia}}. The Author also keeps a Court Record on her Profile page with sketched images for certain aspects. Contains an OC Attorney who isn't gifted at the trade, but instead is known as the 'Evidence Spammer' for presenting Evidence purely to buy time to come up with a theory, and hasn't got a perfect record either.
* ''Comments'': This story is cleverly written, and deals with a world where DL-6 never existed, and where the Phoenix from the games wakes up to find himself in the life of a Phoenix Wright who is not only a Prosecutor, but is such a Jerkass that almost everyone who was close friends with in his life now deeply hate him. Currently dealing with the first murder case, the victim and defendant being {{spoiler|Ema Skye and Lana Skye respectively}}, with Edgeworth as the Attorney, and Phoenix as the Prosecutor. Also has a case in a similar vein to DL-6, and the incident with the Forged Evidence from Apollo Justice, this case not being know to the reader or to Phoenix at this point, but resulting in the imprisonment of {{spoiler|Mia and a non-psychopathic Dahlia}}. The Author also keeps a Court Record on her Profile page with sketched images for certain aspects. Contains an OC Attorney who isn't gifted at the trade, but instead is known as the 'Evidence Spammer' for presenting Evidence purely to buy time to come up with a theory, and hasn't got a perfect record either.
** Motmot, seconding the recommendation: this is an excellent story with excellent characterization of the AA characters, and an interesting, well-thought-out premise to boot. The [[Original Flavor]] is strong and the character interactions are entertaining. It's flawed, particularly where grammar is involved, but seeing as English is the author's second language (her first is, conveniently, German) it only ups the awesome in a way. Not to mention, it's just so satisfying to encounter certain relationships between certain characters and realize, "Wow, that ''would'' be so different if not for DL-6..."

''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4244143/1/Hello_Kitty Hello Kitty!]'' by aXL99
* Recommended by Katzenstreu, purplehandprint
* ''Synopsis'': This is the life story of a certain kitten by the name of Shoe, told partly from its perspective, during and after the events of JFA. Comedic/dramatic fluff, and a dash of some dark humor.
* ''Comments'': A unfortunately underrated fanfic taking place, as previously mentioned, during the events of 2-4 and a bit after. Bordering on the most adorable thing you've ever read when told from Shoe's point of view, to very dark in later chapters, but still ending on a... well, you'll have to read for yourself. It also provides an interesting view into de Killer's world and that of assassins. Not to mention what Adrian went through, too.
** Seconded! This is seriously underrated. I feel like people don't read this because there isn't a pairing. Honestly, this deserves way more than 6 reviews. I've seen plenty of badly-written fics that have more reviews, and that just sucks. Just give it a shot. You'll like it. -purplehandprint


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6977775/1/No_Place_For_A_Hero No Place For A Hero]'' by MexMarco
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6977775/1/No_Place_For_A_Hero No Place For A Hero]'' by MexMarco
* Recommended by [[Tropers/Yarrik|Yarrik]], moooomoooo
* Recommended by Yarrik
* Status: Completed
* Status: Completed
* ''Synopsis'': One year after People v. Misham, Phoenix has reopened his law offices and recovered his attorney badge. Now both he and Apollo must prepare to do battle with the future, two murders and a court system that still refuses to change. Major spoilers for all five games!
* ''Synopsis'': One year after People v. Misham, Phoenix has reopened his law offices and recovered his attorney badge. Now both he and Apollo must prepare to do battle with the future, two murders and a court system that still refuses to change. Major spoilers for all five games!
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''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5104141/1/Trucys_Daddy# Trucy's Daddy]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/29054/Ellcrys Ellcrys]
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5104141/1/Trucys_Daddy# Trucy's Daddy]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/29054/Ellcrys Ellcrys]
* Recommended by [[Tropers/Meikyu Butterfly|Meikyu Butterfly]]
* Recommended by Meikyu Butterfly
* ''Synopsis'': Alternate timeline to 4-4, while Vera Misham survives her atroquinine poisoning, Trucy, who had borrowed her nail polish before, ends up biting her nails in the Defense's bench as well and dies. Phoenix is left behind as a broken man, while Apollo and his other friends do all in their power to help him recover. (Kink Meme Fanfic)
* ''Synopsis'': Alternate timeline to 4-4, while Vera Misham survives her atroquinine poisoning, Trucy, who had borrowed her nail polish before, ends up biting her nails in the Defense's bench as well and dies. Phoenix is left behind as a broken man, while Apollo and his other friends do all in their power to help him recover. (Kink Meme Fanfic)
* ''Comments'': Perfect characterization, heart wrenching storyline and little to no appearance of the dreaded [[Idiot Ball]], {{spoiler|except for the possibility of channeling Trucy only coming up in the last 10 chapters of the story, maybe,}} make this Fic one of the true gems of the Kink Meme and definitely worth a read. While it features Phoenix and Edgeworth as a pairing, it is too downplayed to count as a Shipping Fic and can be ignored if you are not particularly averted to the pairing. The focus is clearly on Phoenix' relationship with his adoptive daughter. A Hurt-Comfort Fic with a lot of Drama but also Fluff.
* ''Comments'': Perfect characterization, heart wrenching storyline and little to no appearance of the dreaded [[Idiot Ball]], {{spoiler|except for the possibility of channeling Trucy only coming up in the last 10 chapters of the story, maybe,}} make this Fic one of the true gems of the Kink Meme and definitely worth a read. While it features Phoenix and Edgeworth as a pairing, it is too downplayed to count as a Shipping Fic and can be ignored if you are not particularly averted to the pairing. The focus is clearly on Phoenix' relationship with his adoptive daughter. A Hurt-Comfort Fic with a lot of Drama but also Fluff.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4282230/1/Dementia/ Dementia]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1534555/SoWrightSoWrong SoWrightSoWrong]
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4282230/1/Dementia/ Dementia]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1534555/SoWrightSoWrong SoWrightSoWrong]
* Recommended by: Aruu, [[Tropers/Meikyu Butterfly|Meikyu Butterfly]], [[No Place Like London 64]]
* Recommended by: Aruu
* ''Synopsis'': It starts with Edgeworth forgetting little things here and there, like misplacing his glasses and falling behind with his notes. He and Phoenix joke about getting older, until they realise that Edgeworth has Alzheimer's Disease.
* ''Synopsis'': It starts with Edgeworth forgetting little things here and there, like misplacing his glasses and falling behind with his notes. He and Phoenix joke about getting older, until they realise that Edgeworth has Alzheimer's Disease.
* ''Pairing(s)'': Some Edgeworth/Phoenix, but it's hardly the focus.
* ''Pairing(s)'': Some Edgeworth/Phoenix, but it's hardly the focus.
* ''Comments'': Utterly heartbreaking. The author is not only a talented writer, but they have clearly done their research into Alzheimer's. [[Tear Jerker|You will cry after reading this.]]
* ''Comments'': Utterly heartbreaking. The author is not only a talented writer, but they have clearly done their research into Alzheimer's. [[Tear Jerker|You will cry after reading this.]]
** [[Tropers/Meikyu Butterfly|Meikyu Butterfly]] seconding this recommendation, albeit with a '''huge warning''' as, unlike what the previous recommendator said, the pairing in this fanfic '''is''' very pronounced and '''will''' immensely minder your enjoyment of the Fanfic if your tolerance is not very, very high. To give an example, Phoenix and Edgeworth regularly kiss, starting with the very first scene of the fanfic and the overuse of the words "I love you" might be one of the weakest, most distracting points of the story. Nevertheless, it is still an amazingly well-written, heartbreakingly sad fanfic. If you are either a fan of the pairing or ready to ignore or tolerate it, read it.
*** [[Tropers/No Place Like London 64|No Place Like London 64]] here thirds this fanfic - This troper doesn't cry at ''anything'' - and by the end of this she was sobbing uncontrollably

''[[Turnabout Storm (Fanfic)|Turnabout Storm]]'' by [http://www.youtube.com/user/PWaaMLPfim PWaaMLPfim]
* Recommended by [[Tropers/Kytseo|Kytseo]], [[Tropers/Redhead 64|Redhead 64]], [[Tropers/Elbruno|El_bruno]]
* ''Synopsis'': The story goes that Rainbow Dash, the best flier in Equestra, was accused of murdering one of her competition in an upcoming race called the Equestria 500 (with the punishment being that she's banished to either the moon or the sun if found guilty). Her friend (and protagonist of [[My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic (Animation)|My Little Pony Friendship Is Magic]]) Twilight Sparkle summons the best defense attorney in the universe (accidentally, initially wanting to summon the best in Equestria), said attorney happens to be Phoenix Wright. All that said, Nick attempts to adjust to temporarily living in Equestria while searching for the truth behind that murder (with Twilight as his resident Maya stand-in).
* ''Comments'': Judging from the first of the four planned episodes, it looks to be shaping up to be a pretty good crossover. From first impressions, I highly recommend it to Ace Attorney fans, bronies\pegasisters, and everyone inbetween.
** [[Tropers/Elbruno|El_bruno]] seconding the recommendation. Even if you're into one but not the other of the series involved you can still enjoy this crossover. ''Ace Attorney'' only fans will be happy to see that Nick's personality and reactions are what you'd expect from his home series, the same going to the dialogue and how the story unfolds. While [[My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic (Animation)|bronies]] will enjoy that all their characters so far have been very faithful to their actual characterization, and are also be given the opportunity to see the them in a more serious story, but without going to [[Dark Fic|extremes]].


''[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLesqcasdpQ Phoenix Wright: Devil's Attorney]'', created by [http://www.youtube.com/user/LordIban?feature=watch LordIban]
''[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLesqcasdpQ Phoenix Wright: Devil's Attorney]'', created by [http://www.youtube.com/user/LordIban?feature=watch LordIban]
* Recommended by Kytseo
* Recommended by Kytseo
* ''Synopsis'': A crossover between ''Ace Attorney'' and ''[[Disgaea Hour of Darkness (Video Game)|Disgaea Hour of Darkness]]'', the story starts with [[The Lancer|Et]][[Memetic Sex God|na]] kidnapping Wright and dragging him to the Netherworld. Basically, [[Fluffy Cloud Heaven|Celestia]] has sent an ambassador to strike up peaceful negotiation with [[Evil Overlord|Overlord]] [[Noble Demon|Laharl]], but was (of course) murdered before the deed could be done. Laharl, having found the body, is accused of the murder, and, with the fate of both worlds riding on his shoulders, Nick has to prove Laharl innocent and disclose the identity of the true [[Big Bad]] of the story (which happens to be {{spoiler|Vulcanus, the Big Bad of the first Disgaea game}}).
* ''Synopsis'': A crossover between ''Ace Attorney'' and ''[[Disgaea: Hour of Darkness]]'', the story starts with [[The Lancer|Et]][[Memetic Sex God|na]] kidnapping Wright and dragging him to the Netherworld. Basically, [[Fluffy Cloud Heaven|Celestia]] has sent an ambassador to strike up peaceful negotiation with [[Evil Overlord|Overlord]] [[Noble Demon|Laharl]], but was (of course) murdered before the deed could be done. Laharl, having found the body, is accused of the murder, and, with the fate of both worlds riding on his shoulders, Nick has to prove Laharl innocent and disclose the identity of the true [[Big Bad]] of the story (which happens to be {{spoiler|Vulcanus, the Big Bad of the first Disgaea game}}).
* ''Comments'': It's, overall, a pretty good crossover between the two franchises. All the characters from each are relatively faithful to their canon portrayals (though Laharl's portrayal seems to verge slightly more towards post character development in the game than post [[Flanderization]] after it), and the twists are pretty good. Overall, i would definitely recommend it (though the fifth and final part is about an hour long, just something to consider when planning to watch it).
* ''Comments'': It's, overall, a pretty good crossover between the two franchises. All the characters from each are relatively faithful to their canon portrayals (though Laharl's portrayal seems to verge slightly more towards post character development in the game than post [[Flanderization]] after it), and the twists are pretty good. Overall, i would definitely recommend it (though the fifth and final part is about an hour long, just something to consider when planning to watch it).


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7315987/1/Apollo_Justice_New_Beginnings Apollo Justice: New Beginnings]'', by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1387809/Gazing_on_the_Arabesque Gazing on the Arabesque]
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7315987/1/Apollo_Justice_New_Beginnings Apollo Justice: New Beginnings]'', by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1387809/Gazing_on_the_Arabesque Gazing on the Arabesque]
* Recommended by [[Oath To Oblivion]]
* Recommended by Oath To Oblivion
* ''Summary'': My take on a second Apollo Justice game. Phoenix Wright passed the bar exam, but must watch five of Apollo's trials before he can officially practice law again. With Phoenix's new badge, old acquaintances arrive, some good, some bad.
* ''Summary'': My take on a second Apollo Justice game. Phoenix Wright passed the bar exam, but must watch five of Apollo's trials before he can officially practice law again. With Phoenix's new badge, old acquaintances arrive, some good, some bad.
* ''Comments'': This story really takes after the Ace Attorney games it's supposed to be a sequel to. Readers will rejoice at the arrival of several old characters from the [[Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney|Phoenix Saga]] that people missed in [[Apollo Justice]]. In addition, the humor and court cases themselves really fit into the world of Ace Attorney, and people who missed Phoenix in the protaganist role will be happy to find that he is also around. Put it simply, if this was actually the real Ace Attorney 5, I would buy it on the launch date!
* ''Comments'': This story really takes after the Ace Attorney games it's supposed to be a sequel to. Readers will rejoice at the arrival of several old characters from the [[Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney|Phoenix Saga]] that people missed in [[Apollo Justice]]. In addition, the humor and court cases themselves really fit into the world of Ace Attorney, and people who missed Phoenix in the protaganist role will be happy to find that he is also around. Put it simply, if this was actually the real Ace Attorney 5, I would buy it on the launch date!


== [[Shipping|Shipping Fics]] ==
== [[Shipping|Shipping Fics]] ==
''Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.''
''Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.''

''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4598261/1/Phantasm Phantasm]'' by Elly Van Houten
* Recommended by purplehandprint
* ''Pairing'': Miles Edgeworth/Adrian Andrews
* ''Synopsis'': Everyone has ghosts from their pasts. The hardest part is facing them... Set nine months after T&T, spoilers for [[PW 1]]-3 and [[AJ 1]].
* ''Comments'': DON'T LET THE PAIRING TURN YOU OFF. This story is truly amazing. The author somehow made the unusual pairing work. This is honestly one of the best fanfics I've ever read. The pacing of the romance is realistic, and the plot will keep you on the edge of your seat. It really sucks that it didn't get many reviews because had this pairing been more popular, this would've been one of the highest reviewed fics. I don't even like the pairing, and I still think it is one of the best fanfics in Ace Attorney. Like I said, they just made it work. Sadly, the story has been abandoned, but it's a great fic, nonetheless. You should definitely give it a chance, even if you don't care for the pairing. Also, consider PM-ing the author to continue. It's unlikely, but she might decide to continue the story if she gets enough e-mails asking her to continue (assuming she still uses the same e-mail). EDIT: She's updated it!!! READ THE STORY. It is friggin' amazing. Words cannot describe its awesomeness.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3370564/1/Follow_the_Fool Follow the Fool]'' by CantFakeTheFunk ([[Slash Fic]].)
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3370564/1/Follow_the_Fool Follow the Fool]'' by CantFakeTheFunk ([[Slash Fic]].)
* Recommended by The Turtle Guy
* Recommended by The Turtle Guy
* ''Pairing'': Franziska von Karma/Adrian Andrews.
* ''Pairing'': Franziska von Karma/Adrian Andrews.
* ''Synopsis'': Four months after the final case in [[PW 2]], Franziska von Karma is forced to reexamine her life yet again when a certain woman comes to Germany to see her. Implied Franziska x Adrian, Shoujo Ai...
* ''Synopsis'': Four months after the final case in PW 2, Franziska von Karma is forced to reexamine her life yet again when a certain woman comes to Germany to see her. Implied Franziska x Adrian, Shoujo Ai...
* ''Comments'': The definitive Fran/Adrian fic. Great insight into the minds of both women. The OC is fantastic as well, fitting the quirky nature of the series while staying fresh and funny.
* ''Comments'': The definitive Fran/Adrian fic. Great insight into the minds of both women. The OC is fantastic as well, fitting the quirky nature of the series while staying fresh and funny.




''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4609355/1/A_Funny_Thing_Called_Fate A Funny Thing Called Fate]'' by strawberryfzz
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4609355/1/A_Funny_Thing_Called_Fate A Funny Thing Called Fate]'' by strawberryfzz
* Recommended by [[Fortunately Rabid]]
* Recommended by Fortunately Rabid
* ''Pairing'': Ema Skye/Klavier Gavin.
* ''Pairing'': Ema Skye/Klavier Gavin.
* ''Synopsis'': A story that starts with Ema's first kiss, and follows her relationship with Klavier throughout the span of the series. Contains spoilers from the first and fourth Ace Attorney games.
* ''Synopsis'': A story that starts with Ema's first kiss, and follows her relationship with Klavier throughout the span of the series. Contains spoilers from the first and fourth Ace Attorney games.
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* ''Pairing'': Ema Skye x Klavier Gavin.
* ''Pairing'': Ema Skye x Klavier Gavin.
* ''Synopsis'': How do you love everything about someone yet hate them at the exact same time? That was one question Ema could never answer.
* ''Synopsis'': How do you love everything about someone yet hate them at the exact same time? That was one question Ema could never answer.
* ''Comments'': While most fics that attempt to pair these two tend to throw at least one of these people out of character, this fic in particular is very well done. Every character featured in here remains wonderfully in character, so much so that everything here could be lifted out of the game itself. Also, for fans of the series in general, practically every important makes an appearance, and there are more continuity nods than you can shake a stick at, such as the remains of Ema's schoolgirl crush of Edgeworth, Kurain village, and so much more. Definetly a good read.
* ''Comments'': While most fics that attempt to pair these two tend to throw at least one of these people out of character, this fic in particular is very well done. Every character featured in here remains wonderfully in character, so much so that everything here could be lifted out of the game itself. Also, for fans of the series in general, practically every important makes an appearance, and there are more continuity nods than you can shake a stick at, such as the remains of Ema's schoolgirl crush of Edgeworth, Kurain village, and so much more. Definitely a good read.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4297116/1/Piano_Man Piano Man]'' by Trench Kamen. (Explicit sexual content, language, detailed descriptions of injury later on. Yaoi. Het. Suggested yuri.)
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4297116/1/Piano_Man Piano Man]'' by Trench Kamen. (Explicit sexual content, language, detailed descriptions of injury later on. Yaoi. Het. Suggested yuri.)
* Recommended by fatalfeline
* Recommended by fatalfeline
* ''Pairing'': Phoenix/Edgeworth-centric, though it deals with many other pairings as well (most notably Maggey/Gumshoe).
* ''Pairing'': Phoenix/Edgeworth-centric, though it deals with many other pairings as well (most notably Maggey/Gumshoe).
* ''Synopsis'': Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth have finally been able to settle down together. Phoenix's musical sense never left, even after re-gaining his bar: he still associates songs with memories, good and bad, hilarious and heartbreaking.
* ''Synopsis'': Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth have finally been able to settle down together. Phoenix's musical sense never left, even after re-gaining his bar: he still associates songs with memories, good and bad, hilarious and heartbreaking.
* ''Comments'': An extraordinarily excellent, complex, and for some reason much overlooked fanfiction, using usually looked-down-upon concepts like songfic and original characters and making them ''work.'' Chapters are in [[Anachronic Order]] since they are "memories", each one titled with a song to go along with it and lyrics inserted in the text only where they are appropriate. Places the Ace Attorney world in a very real-world perspective and talks about things like the unfair court system and hangings for execution in detail. But besides the considerable work and research that went into it, this fanfic is deeply emotional and [[Crowning Moment of Funny|laugh-out-loud hilarious]] moments are just as numerous as the [[Crowning Moment of Heartwarming|adorably heartwarming]] and the [[Tear Jerker|unbearably tragic]]. Although the chapters are quite lengthy, the writing is intriguing enough that it's never a problem. This story follows the Ace Attorney storyline up until the end of ''Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney'' and mostly delves into the private lives of the characters and events behind closed doors in the storyline. Though it is quite long, ''Piano Man'' is an excellent investment even for those who usually would not read fanfiction and must be experienced to fully grasp. May or may not be complete. Also has some fun [[Shout-Out|Shout Outs]].
** Seconded. This story is absolutely sublime - going from a unique and interesting future!fic, to believably filling in what happened with the all characters missing from ''Apollo Justice''. The pairings are all written wonderfully, and it's all highly believable. This troper laughed, cried and cheered through the whole thing and would definitely read it over and over again.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4184728/1/Shadows_Passing Shadows Passing]'' by [=[[So Wright So Wrong]]-]
''[https://web.archive.org/web/20190613214331/https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4184728/1/Shadows_Passing Shadows Passing]'' by [=[[So Wright So Wrong]]-]
* Recommended by [[Love Is Weird]]
* Recommended by [[Love Is Weird]]
* ''Pairing'': Edgeworth/Phoenix
* ''Pairing'': Edgeworth/Phoenix
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''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3823270/1/Of_Fake_Fairytales_and_Faux_Amour Of Fake Fairytales and Faux Amour]'' by Lyrical Rawr
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3823270/1/Of_Fake_Fairytales_and_Faux_Amour Of Fake Fairytales and Faux Amour]'' by Lyrical Rawr
* Recommended by [[Love Is Weird]]
* Recommended by Love Is Weird
* ''Pairing'': Phoenix/Edgeworth, fake at first
* ''Pairing'': Phoenix/Edgeworth, fake at first
* ''Synopsis'': Miles desperately needs a way of removing an unwanted admirer, and what better way is there than to pretend to date his very male, straight best friend and rival? Sigh, it sounded so foolproof in his head at least...
* ''Synopsis'': Miles desperately needs a way of removing an unwanted admirer, and what better way is there than to pretend to date his very male, straight best friend and rival? Sigh, it sounded so foolproof in his head at least...
* ''Comments'': This is a stark contrast to my previous recommendation above. Where Shadows is tear-jerky and sniffle-inducing, OFFAFA is hilarious! The OC, Kath Everett, is written so well, and Edgeworth and Phoenix seem so in character! My only gripe is, hey, the plot is a little overused, but Rawr more than makes up for it by her superb writing and laugh-a-minute jokes. Be warned, though, it gets a bit long at times.
* ''Comments'': This is a stark contrast to my previous recommendation above. Where Shadows is tear-jerky and sniffle-inducing, OFFAFA is hilarious! The OC, Kath Everett, is written so well, and Edgeworth and Phoenix seem so in character! My only gripe is, hey, the plot is a little overused, but Rawr more than makes up for it by her superb writing and laugh-a-minute jokes. Be warned, though, it gets a bit long at times.


''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5709927/1/The_man_who_looked_at_the_sky The Man Who Looked at the Sky]'' by Carlis Black
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5709927/1/The_man_who_looked_at_the_sky The Man Who Looked at the Sky]'' by Carlis Black
* Recommended by [[Gintax Alvissforever]]
* Recommended by Gintax Alvissforever
* ''Pairing'': Klavier/Apollo, as the story goes on
* ''Pairing'': Klavier/Apollo, as the story goes on
* ''Synopsis'': When Daryan and Kristoph breaks out of prison, Klavier is desperate to hunt them down. Then Kristoph disappears, and Apollo is suspected to be the reason. But when Klavier confronts his Herr Forehead, Apollo simply refuses to cooperate...
* ''Synopsis'': When Daryan and Kristoph breaks out of prison, Klavier is desperate to hunt them down. Then Kristoph disappears, and Apollo is suspected to be the reason. But when Klavier confronts his Herr Forehead, Apollo simply refuses to cooperate...
* ''Comments'': This is the aftermath of AJ case 4. It's very detailed in the lives of the characters after Kristoph's second conviction. This story goes in the mind of the two criminals that have been accused of murder in cases 3 and 4 and what their motive is for getting out. The story mainly focuses on Klavier and slowly starts focusing on Apollo once he gets closer to opening the other's heart (who closed it off after Kristoph's trial.) The story will shift to Phoenix every now and then and his life after he regains his attorney badge and his relationship with Trucy. The OC characters are very realistic, fitting to the point where they can survive in the Ace Attorney world where they won't be accused of being a Gary sue. Also, I like how the character development is flushed out and how those close to Kristoph are deeply affected particularly Apollo who is a [[Characterization Marches On|completely]] [[Tsundere|different]] [[Wangst|person]] for [[It's Not You, It's Me|justified reasons]]. [[Crowning Moment of Funny|You'll laugh]], [[Tear Jerker|you'll cry]], you'll want to bang your head against the wall for the [[What an Idiot!|characters]] [[Too Dumb to Live|stupid]] [[Distress Ball|decisions]], and you'll be cheering for [[Crowning Moment of Awesome|your favorite characters]] doing the unthinkable...[[Kill It With Fire|especially Apollo.]] This tale is about love and betrayal and what lengths you'll go to save the person you love...as well as the external lengths one would go to keep the thing they love the most whether it's family, fame or fortune. It starts out slow, but picks up very fast. You'll be surprised at the ending.


''[http://bethfrish.livejournal.com/257510.html The Last Job]'' by bethfrish
''[http://bethfrish.livejournal.com/257510.html The Last Job]'' by bethfrish
* Recommended by chameleonbreath
* Recommended by chameleonbreath
* ''Pairing'': Tyrell Badd/Calisto Yew/Byrne Faraday
* ''Pairing'': Tyrell Badd/Calisto Yew/Byrne Faraday
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* ''Comments'': I genuinely can't praise this fic enough. Everyone is brilliantly in character, and the portrayal of Edgeworth's gradual breakdown is simply brilliant. It fits almost perfectly in the canon, and the writing itself is top-notch. Really delves into the bizarre friendship between Nick and Edgey, and builds up the tension nicely. The kind of story you have to devour, it's so good.
* ''Comments'': I genuinely can't praise this fic enough. Everyone is brilliantly in character, and the portrayal of Edgeworth's gradual breakdown is simply brilliant. It fits almost perfectly in the canon, and the writing itself is top-notch. Really delves into the bizarre friendship between Nick and Edgey, and builds up the tension nicely. The kind of story you have to devour, it's so good.


''[[The Rest of the Pieces (Fanfic)|The Rest of the Pieces]]'' by purplepjs
''[[The Rest of the Pieces]]'' by purplepjs
* Recommended by [[Star Meilene 01]]
* Recommended by Star Meilene 01
* ''Pairing'': Maya/Phoenix
* ''Pairing'': Maya/Phoenix
* ''Synopsis'': It was all supposed to be over at the end of the Hazakurain Trial, but what secrets still remain unspoken about the Fey family past? Is Maya's life in danger yet again?
* ''Synopsis'': It was all supposed to be over at the end of the Hazakurain Trial, but what secrets still remain unspoken about the Fey family past? Is Maya's life in danger yet again?
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* recommended by oceanlover4evr
* recommended by oceanlover4evr
* A kink-meme fill, this is absolutely amazing, and is one of the longest ones yet, still ongoing at 264 chapters.
* A kink-meme fill, this is absolutely amazing, and is one of the longest ones yet, still ongoing at 264 chapters.
* Synopsis: The Ace Attorney characters in a dystopian AU.
* Synopsis: The Ace Attorney characters in a dystopian AU.
* Comments: It's absolutely heart-breaking. The main pairings are Miles/Phoenix and Apollo/ Klavier, and it is BEAUTIFUL.
* Comments: It's absolutely heart-breaking. The main pairings are Miles/Phoenix and Apollo/ Klavier, and it is BEAUTIFUL.


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Authors, and Websites

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Fanfiction Archive by various authors

  • Part of most widely used fanfiction site in the world.
    • Many different genres available: Angst, romance, humour, drama... etc.
    • Crossovers also available... some of them might just surprise you.
    • All fanfics are age rated (K, K+, T, M) - M ratings are not displayed by default.
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    • Fanfics can be sorted by whether they are 'Completed' or 'In-Progress'.
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    • Is this Captain Obvious, Poe's Law or what?

Phoenix's SSBB Case Files by ShadowKnux372 (some AU, crossover)

  • Recommended by Da Patman
  • Synopsis: What if the Ace Attorney series was set in a world containing various locations from different Nintendo series, where Phoenix has to defend characters who appear in the Super Smash Bros. series? The answer is simple. You get different people being murdered, and the pop culture references are all related to the series the characters come from, but apart from that, there's no difference. The cases are written as if ShadowKnux372 is copying the text down while playing the cases, and most of them are set in different continuities from each other and the actual Ace Attorney games. It's not just Phoenix who does the defending, either. Apollo and Mia both get a chance to defend, as do two characters from the Ace Attorney side you would never expect to see as attorneys. It has its own page.

Objection!: A Phoenix Wright Fanfic Archive

  • Recommended by Wolfman 2000
  • Synopsis: A huge collection of stories for a variety of target audiences.
  • Comments: There is something for everyone here: crossovers, humor, drama, shipping, you name it! Some of the fics listed below are also available here.

Phoenix Wright Kink Meme by various anon authors.

  • Recommended by: Aruu
  • Synopsis: One of the biggest Kink Memes that's still going strong at a massive 23 parts.
  • Comments: You'll find everything here. There's tooth rotting fluff fics, and there's intense dark fics. Almost every kink has been catered for throughout the meme, with all manner of pairings from the bog standard Phoenix/Edgeworth and Phoenix/Maya, to Gant/Gourdy and Franziska/Her whip. There's some hidden treasures between the crack!fills.

General Fics

Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that isn't focused on romance.

Order in the Court, written by Incandescens

  • Recommended by Willy Four Eyes
  • Synopsis: It's a Bleach / Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney crossover with an alternate (and sometimes humorous) take on the "death" of Aizen and how the Seireitei court would handle it.
  • Comments: Contains Loads and Loads of Characters from both universes. Was updated once every day in the month of May for an LJ community.

To Each a Tempo, written by Pyrasaur

  • Recommended by Beckstar
  • Synopsis: A Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney / Elite Beat Agents crossover. An Elite Beat Agent is accused of murdering the person he just finished saving, putting the top-secret Agency at risk of a damning first impression to the world. Phoenix and Maya must cover up their defendant's identity while uncovering the rest of the truth: who really killed the old woman in the secluded park, and why?
  • Comments: Only requires a basic knowledge of the EBA characters and mechanics to understand. Takes place soon after PW: Justice For All. Explicit spoiler for JFA case 4, numerous vaguely alluded spoilers for the first two PW games. The author perfectly weaves the Elite Beat Agents into the world of Phoenix Wright.

Slow Dance, written by Ellcrys

  • Recommended by Jarell88, moooomoooo
  • Synopsis: After Vera's trial comes an even more difficult struggle: trying to figure out what a normal life is and how to live it.
  • Comments: The process of recovery and adaptation from a life of complete seclusion is not an easy one. Ellcrys wonderfully takes one of the minor characters from the Ace Attorney universe, and spins a tale so real, you'll be crying for the poor girl before the fic is halfway through.

On Broken Wings by icer01

  • Recommended by Suspicious Cookie
  • Synopsis: This is an AU that follows the 'bad ending' to Case 4 of JFA. After 2-4's Bad End scenario, Morgan's plot still stands, like a ticking time bomb. Will Phoenix's destiny again collide with the Fey Clan?
  • Comments: This is a 2-4 Bad End AU, which is a great premise. The alternate take on how 3-5 would have happened on this timeline is fascinating, the writing is great and there's a nice amount of angst - enough but not too much.

A Complete Turnabout by Nenilein

  • Recommended by True Zero, Motmot
  • Synopsis: Waking up in an unfamiliar room one morning, Phoenix Wright suddenly finds a Prosecutor's Badge in his possession. With most of his allies suddenly acting hostile towards him, will he figure out what truly caused the world he knew to suddenly change?
  • Comments: This story is cleverly written, and deals with a world where DL-6 never existed, and where the Phoenix from the games wakes up to find himself in the life of a Phoenix Wright who is not only a Prosecutor, but is such a Jerkass that almost everyone who was close friends with in his life now deeply hate him. Currently dealing with the first murder case, the victim and defendant being Ema Skye and Lana Skye respectively, with Edgeworth as the Attorney, and Phoenix as the Prosecutor. Also has a case in a similar vein to DL-6, and the incident with the Forged Evidence from Apollo Justice, this case not being know to the reader or to Phoenix at this point, but resulting in the imprisonment of Mia and a non-psychopathic Dahlia. The Author also keeps a Court Record on her Profile page with sketched images for certain aspects. Contains an OC Attorney who isn't gifted at the trade, but instead is known as the 'Evidence Spammer' for presenting Evidence purely to buy time to come up with a theory, and hasn't got a perfect record either.

No Place For A Hero by MexMarco

  • Recommended by Yarrik
  • Status: Completed
  • Synopsis: One year after People v. Misham, Phoenix has reopened his law offices and recovered his attorney badge. Now both he and Apollo must prepare to do battle with the future, two murders and a court system that still refuses to change. Major spoilers for all five games!
  • Comments: An introspective look at the lives of Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice, yet it maintains the humor and characterization that we've come to know and love.

Trucy's Daddy by Ellcrys

  • Recommended by Meikyu Butterfly
  • Synopsis: Alternate timeline to 4-4, while Vera Misham survives her atroquinine poisoning, Trucy, who had borrowed her nail polish before, ends up biting her nails in the Defense's bench as well and dies. Phoenix is left behind as a broken man, while Apollo and his other friends do all in their power to help him recover. (Kink Meme Fanfic)
  • Comments: Perfect characterization, heart wrenching storyline and little to no appearance of the dreaded Idiot Ball, except for the possibility of channeling Trucy only coming up in the last 10 chapters of the story, maybe, make this Fic one of the true gems of the Kink Meme and definitely worth a read. While it features Phoenix and Edgeworth as a pairing, it is too downplayed to count as a Shipping Fic and can be ignored if you are not particularly averted to the pairing. The focus is clearly on Phoenix' relationship with his adoptive daughter. A Hurt-Comfort Fic with a lot of Drama but also Fluff.

Dementia by SoWrightSoWrong

  • Recommended by: Aruu
  • Synopsis: It starts with Edgeworth forgetting little things here and there, like misplacing his glasses and falling behind with his notes. He and Phoenix joke about getting older, until they realise that Edgeworth has Alzheimer's Disease.
  • Pairing(s): Some Edgeworth/Phoenix, but it's hardly the focus.
  • Comments: Utterly heartbreaking. The author is not only a talented writer, but they have clearly done their research into Alzheimer's. You will cry after reading this.

Phoenix Wright: Devil's Attorney, created by LordIban

  • Recommended by Kytseo
  • Synopsis: A crossover between Ace Attorney and Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, the story starts with Etna kidnapping Wright and dragging him to the Netherworld. Basically, Celestia has sent an ambassador to strike up peaceful negotiation with Overlord Laharl, but was (of course) murdered before the deed could be done. Laharl, having found the body, is accused of the murder, and, with the fate of both worlds riding on his shoulders, Nick has to prove Laharl innocent and disclose the identity of the true Big Bad of the story (which happens to be Vulcanus, the Big Bad of the first Disgaea game).
  • Comments: It's, overall, a pretty good crossover between the two franchises. All the characters from each are relatively faithful to their canon portrayals (though Laharl's portrayal seems to verge slightly more towards post character development in the game than post Flanderization after it), and the twists are pretty good. Overall, i would definitely recommend it (though the fifth and final part is about an hour long, just something to consider when planning to watch it).

Apollo Justice: New Beginnings, by Gazing on the Arabesque

  • Recommended by Oath To Oblivion
  • Summary: My take on a second Apollo Justice game. Phoenix Wright passed the bar exam, but must watch five of Apollo's trials before he can officially practice law again. With Phoenix's new badge, old acquaintances arrive, some good, some bad.
  • Comments: This story really takes after the Ace Attorney games it's supposed to be a sequel to. Readers will rejoice at the arrival of several old characters from the Phoenix Saga that people missed in Apollo Justice. In addition, the humor and court cases themselves really fit into the world of Ace Attorney, and people who missed Phoenix in the protaganist role will be happy to find that he is also around. Put it simply, if this was actually the real Ace Attorney 5, I would buy it on the launch date!

Shipping Fics

Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.

Follow the Fool by CantFakeTheFunk (Slash Fic.)

  • Recommended by The Turtle Guy
  • Pairing: Franziska von Karma/Adrian Andrews.
  • Synopsis: Four months after the final case in PW 2, Franziska von Karma is forced to reexamine her life yet again when a certain woman comes to Germany to see her. Implied Franziska x Adrian, Shoujo Ai...
  • Comments: The definitive Fran/Adrian fic. Great insight into the minds of both women. The OC is fantastic as well, fitting the quirky nature of the series while staying fresh and funny.


A Funny Thing Called Fate by strawberryfzz

  • Recommended by Fortunately Rabid
  • Pairing: Ema Skye/Klavier Gavin.
  • Synopsis: A story that starts with Ema's first kiss, and follows her relationship with Klavier throughout the span of the series. Contains spoilers from the first and fourth Ace Attorney games.
  • Comments: A lovely fic that manages to keep both leads in character while also fleshing them out and providing an interesting reason for Ema's dislike of Klavier. The relationship of the pair also develops from dislike/indifference to friendship to romance rather than starting out with Ema harboring a secret crush for Klavier(as many fics of this couple do). Furthermore the fic is also intertwined brilliantly with both the timeline and plot of the Apollo Justice game, so much so that any fan will be able to appreciate the thought, creativity and writing skills of the author. A definite recommendation for any fan of this pairing.

Rock Steady by JazzBox

  • Recommended by Jarell88
  • Pairing: Ema Skye x Klavier Gavin.
  • Synopsis: How do you love everything about someone yet hate them at the exact same time? That was one question Ema could never answer.
  • Comments: While most fics that attempt to pair these two tend to throw at least one of these people out of character, this fic in particular is very well done. Every character featured in here remains wonderfully in character, so much so that everything here could be lifted out of the game itself. Also, for fans of the series in general, practically every important makes an appearance, and there are more continuity nods than you can shake a stick at, such as the remains of Ema's schoolgirl crush of Edgeworth, Kurain village, and so much more. Definitely a good read.

Piano Man by Trench Kamen. (Explicit sexual content, language, detailed descriptions of injury later on. Yaoi. Het. Suggested yuri.)

  • Recommended by fatalfeline
  • Pairing: Phoenix/Edgeworth-centric, though it deals with many other pairings as well (most notably Maggey/Gumshoe).
  • Synopsis: Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth have finally been able to settle down together. Phoenix's musical sense never left, even after re-gaining his bar: he still associates songs with memories, good and bad, hilarious and heartbreaking.

Shadows Passing by [=So Wright So Wrong-]

  • Recommended by Love Is Weird
  • Pairing: Edgeworth/Phoenix
  • Synopsis: Three years after their parting, Phoenix and Edgeworth don't recognize each other when they meet again. Px E, written for the kink meme.
  • Comments: Where to start, where to start...oh, yeah. To get this out of the way, this has Easy Amnesia as one of its plot points. But, oh my giddy aunt, it is crukking GOOD. The segments set in the present are just so beautifully written, and those in the past do their job of explaining exactly what Edgeworth is doing teaching at a high school under the name of Evan Morgan and why Phoenix doesn't remember a thing about his life. Wonderful writing right there, with the Tear Jerker factor turned Up to Eleven. Whoever writes this must be an accomplished professional!

Of Fake Fairytales and Faux Amour by Lyrical Rawr

  • Recommended by Love Is Weird
  • Pairing: Phoenix/Edgeworth, fake at first
  • Synopsis: Miles desperately needs a way of removing an unwanted admirer, and what better way is there than to pretend to date his very male, straight best friend and rival? Sigh, it sounded so foolproof in his head at least...
  • Comments: This is a stark contrast to my previous recommendation above. Where Shadows is tear-jerky and sniffle-inducing, OFFAFA is hilarious! The OC, Kath Everett, is written so well, and Edgeworth and Phoenix seem so in character! My only gripe is, hey, the plot is a little overused, but Rawr more than makes up for it by her superb writing and laugh-a-minute jokes. Be warned, though, it gets a bit long at times.

The Man Who Looked at the Sky by Carlis Black

  • Recommended by Gintax Alvissforever
  • Pairing: Klavier/Apollo, as the story goes on
  • Synopsis: When Daryan and Kristoph breaks out of prison, Klavier is desperate to hunt them down. Then Kristoph disappears, and Apollo is suspected to be the reason. But when Klavier confronts his Herr Forehead, Apollo simply refuses to cooperate...

The Last Job by bethfrish

  • Recommended by chameleonbreath
  • Pairing: Tyrell Badd/Calisto Yew/Byrne Faraday
  • Synopsis: Just a cute little piece about the Yatagarasu Gang. WARNING: NC-17
  • Comments: Great characterisation! I personally am in love with Byrne Faraday, and this fic definitely does all three of the Yatagarasu justice. And there's smut, which is great.

Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows by Orange Lights

  • Recommended by Pencilsoot
  • Pairing: Franziska von Karma/Adrian Andrews
  • Synopsis: When Franziska comes back from Germany for a case, she finds herself staying much longer than she intended thanks to a certain woman.
  • Comments: A wonderful fic with everyone surprisingly in character. The author really takes Franziska and Adrian's relationship realistically; starting out at a slow believable pace and showing views from both women on the current situation at hand. Overall, a very enjoyable fanfiction.

Life Doesn't Work That Way by Daphne22

  • Recommended by kirana44
  • Pairing: Edgeworth/Phoenix
  • Synopsis: Phoenix and Edgeworth deal with the repercussions of Lana Skye's trial while trying to trying to figure out what they really mean to each other. Set between 1-5 and JFA, spoilers for both, slash.
  • Comments: I genuinely can't praise this fic enough. Everyone is brilliantly in character, and the portrayal of Edgeworth's gradual breakdown is simply brilliant. It fits almost perfectly in the canon, and the writing itself is top-notch. Really delves into the bizarre friendship between Nick and Edgey, and builds up the tension nicely. The kind of story you have to devour, it's so good.

The Rest of the Pieces by purplepjs

  • Recommended by Star Meilene 01
  • Pairing: Maya/Phoenix
  • Synopsis: It was all supposed to be over at the end of the Hazakurain Trial, but what secrets still remain unspoken about the Fey family past? Is Maya's life in danger yet again?
  • Comments: An absolutely lovely fic, my favorite Maya/Phoenix fic. It really digs deep into their relationship and the Fey family past. You see Edgeworth and Kay, Iris and Pearl, and even a few original characters. Not only Maya, but it also tunnels into the relationship between Maya and Diego, starting with how they first met, and why Diego calls her "kitten". The romance is really sweet and contains lots of fluff, and the suspense and mystery tie in with it together perfectly. But the amazing part is that it's all possible, tying in with the Apollo Justice world as well. I highly recommend this fic for anyone looking for some Maya/Phoenix in their day.

Break the Sky (continued here: http://bludhavens.livejournal.com/40135.html?thread=13407431#t13407431)

  • recommended by oceanlover4evr
  • A kink-meme fill, this is absolutely amazing, and is one of the longest ones yet, still ongoing at 264 chapters.
  • Synopsis: The Ace Attorney characters in a dystopian AU.
  • Comments: It's absolutely heart-breaking. The main pairings are Miles/Phoenix and Apollo/ Klavier, and it is BEAUTIFUL.
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