Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations Timeline ( Real )

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July 19, 2004

Release of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations in Japan

The third installment in the Ace Attorney series was initially released for the Game Boy Advance in Japan, introducing players to new cases and continuing the story of Phoenix Wright.

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August 7, 2007

Release of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations in North America

The game was localized and released on the Nintendo DS in North America, allowing a wider audience to experience the new cases and story developments.

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October 11, 2007

Release of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations in Europe

The game was released in Europe, expanding its reach to an even broader audience and gaining international fans.

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations Timeline ( Fictional )

backstory
Around 1990

Mia Fey's Investigator Visit to Athena Cykes

Mia Fey visits the young Athena Cykes as a child, observing her unique analytical abilities.

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Early 2000s

Maya Fey's Kidnapping and Rescued by Phoenix Wright

Phoenix Wright successfully defends Maya Fey against wrongful charges, beginning his career as a defense attorney.

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Ongoing prior to Trials and Tribulations

Spirit Channeling of Mia Fey to Aid Phoenix

Mia Fey's spirit channels through Maya and later Phoenix to help in investigations and trials.

trial
Several years before main timeline; early 2000s

The First Case of Trials and Tribulations: Turnabout Memories

Phoenix Wright defends Mia Fey, accused of murder, in a flashback case revealing crucial past events and rivalries.

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Main timeline, early 2000s

The Murder of Dahlia Hawthorne and Phoenix's Trial

Phoenix Wright defends Dahlia Hawthorne against murder accusations, uncovering deeper conspiracies and personal histories.

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Main timeline, shortly after Dahlia case

Investigation and Trial of Kim Oldman's Alleged Murder

Phoenix defends Kim Oldman, uncovering that he was poisoned and that the real culprit is someone else.

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Shortly after Kim Oldman trial

Revelation of the Masked Magician and False Accusation of Phoenix Wright

Phoenix faces charges himself but is defended by Mia Fey's spirit channeling and Maya's support.

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Main timeline, later in Trials and Tribulations

Resolution of the Blackquill and Harley Investigation

Phoenix Wright delves into historical cases linked to the past, revealing connections to present crimes.

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Main timeline, end of game

Final Case and Confrontation with Dahlia's Past

The truth about Dahlia Hawthorne's true nature and manipulations is revealed, clearing Phoenix's name and ending the major case arcs.