[3-4] Ace Attorney: Elements of Justice ~ Transpositional

[@KrinkelWinkel]

Sonata "Nice argument, prosecutor, why don't you back it up with a source?" Luna "My source is that I made it the f*ck up."

[@Gage-p2c]

Maybe, or her desire not to be tricked about what truly happened with the investigation that she is overlooking very critical information for her case.

[@RobertJames-i8j]

@@Gage-p2c what if it turns out she actually WAS being tricked this whole time and that the whole poisoning case is a shame by the victim herself, to discriminate Rainbow Dash, and therefore she's been been slandering Rainbow Dash and showing sympathy towards Stream Line, it should be the other way around

[@Gage-p2c]

@@RobertJames-i8j I don't think so. After all, no one said anything about Stream Line being awake after the collapse.

[@RobertJames-i8j]

@@Gage-p2c it was just a theory

[@Gage-p2c]

@@RobertJames-i8j Any theory is important until the evidence is shown to prove which theory is correct.

[@Wiiguy1606]

Wow! Celestia actually managed to do something the Main Judge needs to do more often: Stop both sides squabbling like unprofessional foals

[@JP_Loco_93]

I think the Judge secretly enjoys the banter

[@Robin280497]

@@JP_Loco_93 Oh he totally does. In fact, back in Turnabout Storm, he litteraly called the 3-way argument between Phoenix, Trixie and Gilda exciting before correcting himself.

[@dragonman2168]

​@Robin280497 Guess we all know who the better Judge is between the one from Phoenix Wright and the monarch of Equestria. Though seeing as Her Royal Highness is over 1000, or was it 10,000, years old, it's no mystery why she'd be more wiser, if not responsible. Plus, what the hell, Trixie? Even if was a slight, unintentional blunder on your end, WHY did you even HAVE that false report in the first place? And why bring them BOTH into court? You got some serious explaining to do, Trixie Lulamoon!

[@MultiOwyn]

*unprofessional fools

[@phoenixflambe3319]

@@dragonman2168 The same one that failed to stop any new threats post Twilight. Letting her do it instead or something.

[@GWFanSoftcoreBrony]

Based on what we've heard so far, I'd say the victim didn't collapse from poison but rather from withdrawals. Rainbow called her a cheater, so she probably was enhancing her performance with something that she was keeping in her juice boxes. Rainbow was swapping them to regular juice. I'm guessing part of the reason Rainbow lied has something to do with honor maybe and she didn't want to point out the "doping" directly.

[@infinite6218]

Yes! That was my theory!

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@kmmk5022]

Though what if Ace Swift was involved with the case and that the events of Turnabout Storm relate to Turnabout Discharge? Maybe Stream Line is perhaps was the late Ace Swift’s mare friend, or sister, or cousin, or friend. Stream Line wanting to avenge her decreased loved one by outdoing Rainbow Dash through the use of doping

[@kmmk5022]

Though what if Ace Swift was involved with the case and that the events of Turnabout Storm relate to Turnabout Discharge? Maybe Stream Line is perhaps was the late Ace Swift’s mare friend, or sister, or cousin, or friend. Stream Line wanting to avenge her decreased loved one by outdoing Rainbow Dash through the use of doping

[@alderfern]

It seems a lot of people came to the same conclusion. Though I don't know why Rainbow wouldn't admit such a thing, other than simple distrust in Sonata...

[@Boundwithflame23]

20:18 “It’s extremely unprofessional for you to have handed this court outdated evidence, while you are in possession of an updated one.” Somewhere, Edgeworth just had sudden sneezing fit.

[@karlhnedkovsky5214]

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[@RenzoXD2069]

Another Trixie's trick to won the case for sure. 🤨🤨

[@tessenda2694]

Judging by her reaction and how defensive she had gotten. I think this was more of a mistake than anything else.

[@sasir2013]

the difference is that Edgeworth DIDN'T hand the court the outdated version. Phoenix did, abd Edgeworth corrected him

[@skaynne54]

​@@RenzoXD2069Wouldn't fit with her character, considering her character development from the original story.

[@Wiiguy1606]

Wow that the first time the whole Court actually started cheering for the defendant just when the case was getting started

[@Technus]

As shout out to the fans and those who remember her innocence from the trial before and how much good she's done taking the events in the show in the seasons before this event

[@davidpescitelli8004]

I am curious to see if this backlash will continue throughout the series especially if RD AGAIN and Rarity are proven innocent. I could see a lot of ponies start getting fed up with the legal system with how many innocent ponies including the elements have been framed recently.

[@jonathansands7873]

Luna "We have absolutely no evidence she actually used this poison, but we're totally sure she did it!"

[@TheWoodPile98]

Honestly yes

[@Marshal_Longarm]

And that's an adition to the lines like: "The innocence proves nothing." "Just because you're correct doesn't mean you're right."

[@schris3]

I know Luna is quite aggravated by her last trial, but she needs to get her crap together because she's not performing much better than Trixie of all ponies.

[@flainfan]

@@schris3 honestly I think Luna might be worse.

[@josephsaraceni5424]

@@flainfanreal. At least trixie was called out by everyone even Celestia and private eye but everyone is fine with Luna being like this

[@sasir2013]

-Grickle Grass is easy to make. -How's it made? -that's not important. -Does it have a particular taste? -that's not important. -Could Rainbow even get the ingredients? -that's not important. -Could Rainbow get the poison into the academy? -that's not important. -Could Rainbow know how to make the poison? -that's not important. -Were there any traces of the poison anywhere or in anyone? -that's not important. -Is Rainbow a ghost? -Yes! -Ah, the prosecution is Hagakure, that explains everything.

[@darthgamer9861]

I’m rambling but holy hell I hate Luna in this

[@sasir2013]

@@darthgamer9861 between her smugness during the last trial, and her sheer stupidity in this one, she being quite unfriendly, yes

[@KyeGuard]

Rainbow, like 90% of Ace Attorney Defendants, does little to help their own case by keeping secrets and refusing to cooperate with/trust their attorney. Regardless, you're all doing great work with this project. Most excellent.

[@kmmk5022]

Does Rainbow Dash honestly WANT to go to prison? Is she really willing to throw her life away for the sake of a grudge? She honestly isn’t doing any favors for herself, nor Sonata, or Phoenix, nor all the victims and future witnesses who could possibly be accused of the crime

[@anthonydeadman]

@@kmmk5022 Unfortunately, this level of unprofessioalism is on par with Rainbow Dash's character. As we all know by now, she has a pretty large track record of letting her emotions control her more than her brain.

[@thunderspark1633]

@@anthonydeadman That is sadly in her character and a lot of pride that goes along with this.

[@kmmk5022]

@@anthonydeadmanI really hope RD doesn’t jack this up for everyone

[@ultimateblackcat1012]

Judging from what we know so far, i have a theory about what happened (don't know if its right): I think the reason that someone relatively unknown like streamline become good enough to be on the wonderbolt reserves was because she was taking some illegal performance enhancer of some type ( which she masked with her juice boxes). Somehow rainbow found out about this, hence the confronation. Now however she has a dilemma: if she says nothing, streamline will continue to use those enhancers, but if she tells spitfire, it could potentially destroy streamlines future. So in typical rainbow fashion, she tries to solve the issue herself, by switching out streamlines drinks with her own, and getting rid of the performance enhancers. Rainbow never poisoned streamline, which is why there is no poison in the juice boxes or streamline's system. However, as a result of swotching out the boxes, streamline started going through withdrawal symptoms, which Philo reed mistook as posioning symptoms.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@kmmk5022]

Though what if Ace Swift was involved with the case and that the events of Turnabout Storm relate to Turnabout Discharge? Maybe Stream Line is perhaps was the late Ace Swift’s mare friend, or sister, or cousin, or friend. Stream Line wanting to avenge her decreased loved one by outdoing Rainbow Dash through the use of doping

[@SouthWilliams]

Dang, you beat me to it. This was *exactly* what I was thinking as well. Though I would like to add an addendum to the point of view. I think Rainbow Dash is also worried that she herself would be accused of holding drugs because she's been switching out Streamline's boxes for a while. Meaning, if caught with the drugs herself, *she'd* be the one to get the boot and not Streamline. There might be a few loose ends that can crop up to completely switch this hypothesis around though. But I feel pretty confident with this idea we have here that Streamline was doing performance enhancers and Rainbow was trying to stop them.^^

[@wrestlingpurist9784]

​@@kmmk5022 Holy smokes... This last theory.. Ain't that freaking bad.

[@kmmk5022]

@@wrestlingpurist9784which one?

[@andrewalker6050]

1:11:15 "Normally, witnesses love being brought in to testify. Honestly, it's one of my favorite parts of the job!" Best line ever. Great video! I really hope that Sonata will prove Rainbow's innocence soon.

[@alderfern]

1:03:28 Instead of swapping normal juice boxes for tainted ones, could Rainbow been swapping tainted for normal? The effects not from poison but from withdrawals? Also how did no one question the swapping of the juice-boxes if this was such a commonly seen occurrence?

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance

[@chrisforward8443]

This is my thoughts as well.

[@corjonbett]

Until something happened, it looked more like Rainbow was just harmlessly swapping the juice boxes. But after this, poisoning becomes truly obvious. Mayube not correct, but obvious,. Amnd don't forget, she's already been accused of a murder before, so it's all the more likely that she did this one. Being found innocent doesn't mean you didn't do it, just that they couldn't PROVE it,

[@corjonbett]

Unfortunately,. if that IS the way the case is going to go... Rainbow Dash IS guilty of Ponyslaughter, if not outright attempted murder. You do NOT handle a drug addict by giving them fake drugs. They can't survive going cold turkey like that. So let's hope it's a BIT more nuanced than that, or Dashie IS going to be found guilty!

[@alderfern]

@@corjonbett *attempted, the pony in question is still alive

[@caltoonfangirl7109]

Luna referring to The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe! For those who don’t know; when the White Witch was confronting Aslan about Edmund’s freedom and life, he says, “Do not site the magic to me, witch. I was there when it was written.”

[@TheWoodPile98]

Perfect reference!!

[@caltoonfangirl7109]

@@TheWoodPile98 Yeah. When Luna first said it, I instantly remembered.

[@JP_Loco_93]

I knew that line sounded familiar when Luna said it 😂

[@magentaballthepolandball5130]

to be honest, that was a pretty well-known meme template a few months ago. the storywriter probably saw it and thought "cool, I'll include it"

[@JCBro-yg8vd]

That's very much like "You dare use my own spells against me, Potter?!"

[@MrsJoker-fo9ls]

18:32 bro i laughed at how Trixie made a mistake and the attorney was like " THEN WHAT AM I EVEN HOLDING?!"

[@Emolt76]

Huh that actually sounds familiar... ("I'm sorry Mr. Wright, but that Autopsy report is... Outdated!)

[@JCBro-yg8vd]

Princess Luna is playing a very dangerous game right about now. I think she could use an extend leave of absence from the court, especially if her sister isn't going to be presiding over any cases. Also, I see that Trixie in the flashback attended the Miles Edgeworth school of "Not Updated Autospy Reporting".

[@jonathansands7873]

Luna "The element of loyalty that saved Equestria more times than I have is a black hearted villain" Viewers "Seriously?"

[@andrewalker6050]

That's just low, even for Princess/Prosecutor Luna.

[@warhawk758]

How does Luna think that Rarity will ever forgive her for this?

[@sonicgen20]

I get that they’re probably trying to remove favoritism but come on, they’re trying to find incriminating evidence that Rainbowdash poisoned the victim, with a poison that was already tested negative in their blood stream. They should at this point be looking for another cause of the victim’s colapse rather than continuing to pursue this already provened dead end with the poison that has yet to be provened exist. They are just trying to prove her guilt, not her innocence.

[@iangaude3923]

I agree plus I'm definitely sure Celestia will not be happy with Luna puts one of the element bearers in jail that will doom Equestria for everyone and the rest of the mane 6 will be so upset with Luna for everything about the case.

[@AkiraStrix94]

I'm not really sure why Luna's been acting so damn hostile all of a sudden. Sure, the previous trial might have a little something to do with that, but I doubt it was the catalyst.

[@jonathansands7873]

Honestly Luna barely has a case, they have no evidence of the poison in the victim, her drinks, or even the poison itself being on site. They just think it's that poison because of she has the symptoms of poison. That's not very compelling or concrete evidence. Heck if Rainbow just told everyone why she was swapping out the boxes this case would probably be over very quickly

[@flainfan]

Especially considering that multiple conditions can share similar symptoms.

[@JCBro-yg8vd]

Agreed. They even admit the test for poison came back negative, and as far as we know they didn't ask for a second opinion as a falesafe to ensure there wouldn't be a false positive or false negative result.

[@jamestomato1744]

@@JCBro-yg8vd Furthermore, IF the levels of assumed toxin in the juice boxes were negligible, how the hell would they, even in repeated doses, cause any kind of visible symptoms? If they were not even in large enough quantity to be detected in the first place (that would have some damming implications for how much might have originally been in the juice box when it was full).

[@AutisticSpider149]

In that case, it couldn't have been poison. Instead, it would make more sense Stream Line was drugged. For example Rainbow's accusation could sense Stream Line ingested drugs to keep her flying level stable and elegant. Preferably, steroids. Steroids are a type of drug that gives a host strength and energy, but with an overdose, they would have a risk of entering a coma or collapsing, one of the same effects Grickle Grass would give. I think it's more plausible that only ONE juice box contained the drug in it. Small doses may seem dense, but still can count as overdosing. If Stream Line drank the juice box that had the overdosed drug, it makes sense why the tests came negative for the containers to contain poison. If Rainbow Dash didn't mix the drug in and only swapped the juice boxes, then she wouldn't know if any of them was drugged. The question is: HOW would you easily put the drug inside the juice box without it leaking? It had to be something that could fit in the opening, like a thin straw.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance

[@randypandy13]

A fun watch! Caught the Narnia reference. :) It made me smile. And Pinkie Pie's the next witness... isn't she? Theory time! All the toxicology tests showing there is no poison are true because there WAS no poison. Stream Line was taking performance-enhancing drugs that she put into her own juice boxes. Rainbow figured enough out, accused her of cheating, and began taking the drugged juice boxes and replacing them with her own, untampered ones to prove her point. Stream Line's performance suffered -- she couldn't keep up the level of activity expected plus withdrawal-- and she collapsed after she pushed herself too far. The symptoms of Grickle Grass are not that different from overexhaustion. Of course, then there's the question of if this is the case, why doesn't she just tell someone?

[@iangaude3923]

It's probably because of her pride she thinks she could take the matters to her own hooves and thinks that reporting is weak when it's clearly the right thing to do.

[@cupcake18429]

That was my thought too! if Streamline wasn't poisoned then maybe she was actually experiencing symptoms of withdrawal since rainbow dash kept switching out her "spiked" juice boxes.

[@davidpescitelli8004]

Well, she didn't tell Sonata, because she doesn't trust her. I imagine she didn't tell the others either due to A: she wanted solid evidence to prove her accusation or B: Rainbow was so mad she wanted Stream line to humiliate herself in front of everybody.

[@H3art816]

This is the best theory so far. And the reason why no poison was found in her body. And the juice boxes on RD’s that were swapped, have the enhancements.

[@TheSniper721]

I suspect that as well

[@sonicgen20]

Luna really seems off her rocker in this. Pheonix is right though, Luna needs to let go of how she handled the previous case, No one controls how a case ends. The truth is the truth.

[@jcj268]

Lunas going down a dark path that if not stopped there will be no return 😔

[@Wiiguy1606]

Well if it isn't the infamous updated autopsy report

[@РоманТимофеев-р3ф]

you damn right it is.

[@sonicgen20]

Honestly, Rainbowdash should be walking free already. In trial for suspected poisoning. Test for poison in victim’s blood, comes back negative. Why is there even still a trial? They’re just stacking assumptions and circumstances on top of nothing at this point.

[@kmmk5022]

Does Rainbow Dash honestly WANT to go to prison? Is she really willing to throw her life away for the sake of a grudge? She honestly isn’t doing any favors for herself, nor Sonata, or Phoenix, nor all the victims and future witnesses who could possibly be accused of the crime Honestly this case could’ve been won in like a span of 5 minutes if Rainbow actually suck it up and cooperate

[@nameynamd9212]

That would be fair, but given her focus on listening and biding her time, Sonata isn't setting anything up and letting those simple arguments remain the strongest argument in the trial(the judge isn't quite swayed to the prosecution's side as seen when Luna asked about a potential end to the trial) In some ways, it's similar to Athena's own quick actions leading to two points where her authority and ability was questioned, but while not as much time has passed, and in an argument's case between both, Sonata's actually nothing is destroying her ability as a defense attorney enough to even sway the judge to consider a guilty verdict

[@anthonydeadman]

"Why is there even still a trial? They’re just stacking assumptions and circumstances on top of nothing at this point." Welcome to the world of the Ace Attorney franchise. Hope you enjoy your stay.

[@darthgamer9861]

allow me to introduce you to to Turnabout Serenade, the worst ace attorney case of all time

[@jeremytung1632]

THREE parallel stories. I certainly hope you can keep track of it all.

[@Sugarsoleil_uwu]

Honestly I am quite concerned for this. The last trial seemed they were doing a bit too much making it rather complicated. This one seems it would be 100x more complicated since we are focusing on 3 trials with so more much going on. I hold no ill will to the producers and writers but I certainly hope they know how to handle this

[@ralphdary7050]

​@@Sugarsoleil_uwuit doesn't need to be bigger in my opinion. Case 2 was nearly one roundabout way back to finally convicting Turning Page anyway

[@nameynamd9212]

​@@Sugarsoleil_uwuA bit, but the last few episodes feel like they're more focused on characters than the case, which combined with Sonata's slower, possibly inexperienced methods, make little happen and become more detailed as a result(possibly why this case was written to be the day of the incident in an effort to not completely halt trial progress) Granted, that focus feels kind of warranted given how most of the cast simply had to forget about the previous trial to defend their respective clients, and helps deepen the connections necessary for Sonata's workings with Equity, Equity herself, and eventually Twilight's secret, in the future(and without a bonds of justice covering the aftermath through either Twilight's or Athena's point of view, probably won't be addressed excluding by Luna near the end of this trial) The more worrying part is the slow progression on Sonata's part making her side take too long before the connection between both cases is made(the past case doesn't suffer as much given it's just court proceedings and Trixie is more willing to bite), which could be showcase of a flaw in her strategy allowing the prosecution to set up too much momentum(and a difference between her methods and Edgeworth's), an element to give more breathing room on the month quota, or something else

[@nameynamd9212]

​@@ralphdary7050Narratively, it makes sense given it's being done on the fly by Devotion and would naturally be chaotic since the CMC and other fillies aspect was mostly out of her control(especially when Athena forced Sweetie to talk despite the prior meeting with Devotion). In some ways, it takes advantage of the video/episode format through the narrative points working better there than as gameplay(kind of like some AA cases which employ similar ideas equally disliked on gameplay) Granted, I've yet to rewatch it in full, so it could change on that, but as far as cases go, AA does have a few worse, the badgers case of AA Investigations for example

[@niebieskaskarpetka8313]

As awesome as the character animations are I was blown away by the audio design. Spitfire's entrance theme was so good! I am impressed at the wings flaring sound effect; I'm a sucker for wings and those gave a great impression.

[@RenzoXD2069]

It's a shame he's no longer a detective after the previous case but, even so, it was interesting to see the attitude and knowledge Private Eye had during his work like in that case of Estella (even correcting Trixie as it should be 😁). I hope he can return to it when he is released from his punishment later. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@sonicgen20]

Honestly at this point I really don’t think Luna is cut out to be a prosecutor. She’s way too emotionally unprofessional for this. Last case she was up front refusing to allow the witnesses to be pressed too far and basically handicapping the defense. Now she’s extremely aggressive giving no quarter, continuing to press the guilty verdict despite the test for poison saying other wise. It’s like Luna is trying to repent for her mistake of the past trial and just completely over shoots her goal and is now suffering the opposite extreme.

[@kenrichgumanid9235]

I thought we have a common-sensed prosecutor, not Trixie, Blueblood. And now this pig lost it all?

[@corjonbett]

I dunno. BOth of those are valid duties of a prosecutor. More the fact that she was convinced that Turning Page was innocent, that was entirely un-prosecutorial of her.

[@JacobMKeeneAKADrPepperKing]

1:01:31 This line is a reference to The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. “Do not cite the Deep Magic to me, Witch. I was there when it was written.”

[@Scholar57.0]

Another awesome entry. It was good to see Private Eye again, even if it was just through a past recollection of an infamous trial. Not going to lie, I raised my eyebrow at that mishap on Trixie's part. The fact that she STILL had that outdated report on the time when the crime was reported strikes me as odd. The writer of that report couldn't have mistaken "12" for "21" simply because the two numbers are reversed, could they? Also, what the heck is going on with Princess Luna?! She acted so aggressive in today's trial. Heck, I could've mistaken her for Nightmare Moon in how fiercely she responded to practically every statement from Sonata. I get that the trial with Turning Page had rattled our dear Princess of the Moon, but this seems to speak on a whole other level... I wonder if there may be more that is troubling her. . . . Sonata's style in defending was fascinating to see. It seems she relies more on waiting for the right moment rather than going heavy on the offensive. This works well for a chess player. Either way, we're underway with Rainbow's trial and something tells me we'll be hearing about Rarity's in the next episode. We'll most likely hear Pinkie Pie's testimony soon on Rainbow Dash and I would like to know what was in that letter that made Philo suspect Rarity. Could it be the same letter that Suri mentioned in Case 1-3?

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@AulusAugerius]

I wouldn't call it "infamous". It cannot be very known since it's classified.

[@dethepyro6691]

Sonata needs to grow a backbone and stop conceding everything it is slowly backing her into a corner

[@CadetRedShirt]

I love the flashbacks to Sonata's previous case! Im honestly so relieved that I've been able to showcase her initial awkwardness in the courtroom in the flashbacks compared to her current almost eerie calmness during Rainbow's case! How will things shape up? What will we find out about Sonata and Rainbow? What does this flashback case have to do with the current cases and the information we know about them? EXCITING TIMES

[@SecurityBreachShowfanMatt]

what previous case are you talking about turnabout storm lol lol

[@CadetRedShirt]

@@SecurityBreachShowfanMatt you might have missed that the flashback case is with Trixie.

[@SecurityBreachShowfanMatt]

@@CadetRedShirt oh yea tho are you talking about turnabout storm maybe im confused a little bit also sonata and trixie were both in that to to lol lol

[@Gage-p2c]

The flashback scenes to the first trial that Sonata was the Defense Attorney and that Overall Concept is alive, meaning these flashbacks are about six months before case 1.

[@broshutup56]

It’s pretty much a given that the animation will look amazing in these episodes, but the animation in this episode particularly blew me away. They look phenomenal!! Kudos to everyone who worked on this project, the hard work really shined through here.

[@AubriGryphon]

Two words: Withdrawal symptoms.

[@topnotchshinobi]

And four other words: correlation isn't necessarily causation. (aka poisoning symptoms don't always mean poison, connecting back to what you just said about withdrawal symptoms being the reasonable alternative)

[@AubriGryphon]

@@topnotchshinobi Yeah, I'm kind of itching to get an actual physician on the stand to testify about how many substances and conditions can produce those effects, instead of Mr. Amateur Toxicologist over here.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance

[@Gage-p2c]

​@@kmmk5022 That is my theory as well.

[@kmmk5022]

@@Gage-p2cyou think it’s possible Lightning Dust is involved?

[@niebieskaskarpetka8313]

Already another one! You guys are blitz fast

[@Boundwithflame23]

Rainbow Dash fast!

[@squish200]

@@Boundwithflame23 20% faster

[@MsPokemonKO]

To be honest, I don't really like how it feels like everyone expects Rainbow to right away start trusting the person who not only attempted blackmail on her with a deep personal secret, but also framed her for murder! Not to mention, being forced essentially to having her as her lawyer. Like, everyone goes on about how Rainbow is wrong for not trusting Sonata as her lawyer. Yet, they're essentially trying to force it, and it feels like it's unfair to Rainbow.

[@kmmk5022]

Rainbow honestly doesn’t have a choice, unless she wants to rot in prison wrongfully, she’s going to have to cooperate

[@MsPokemonKO]

@kmmk5022 I know she doesn't. That means nothing, though. Since Rainbow is likely feeling at least slightly betrayed by the fact they're foisting Sonata on her and basically trying to force out an apology. And Sonata's performance isn't necessarily helping, she's too passive in this trial. Luna is capitalizing on that, and it's not helping Rainbow's trust issue, nor the direction the trial is going.

[@kmmk5022]

@@MsPokemonKOI think there’s more to Sonatas passive approach than you think. It’s probably one of those situations where she waits it out until she finds an opening and strikes there

[@kristenkea3486]

Okay. Watched this a few hours ago. LOVED IT! Have some thoughts to put down after absorbing everything. (WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS BELOW!! READ AT YOUR OWN RISK) 1. It's nice to see Private Eye again, even if it's just a flashback! I've missed him. He's honestly such a great and likeable character (despite what he did in Turning's trial; but even then it's sympathetic as while he did the wrong thing, it was to try to protect Turning Page. Not that it excuses what he did, but we sympathize with him for that reason) and it's great to see him here. 2. GASP! Is it just me.... or did we see Princess Celestia ACTUALLY doing her job as a judge and doing an AMAZING job on it no less. Her calling out Trixie on the files (which, come on Trixie, really??) and Sonata for fueling the file was honestly refreshing to see. Not to mention being fair and just for both sides. Good ol' Princess Celestia! 3. Holy cow, Princess Luna seriously was NOT messing around. Not that I blame her considering the last case deceiving her and with the news reporter trash talking her. But... Luna you need to chill. Rushing the trial is not the best move girl. And the constant shut downs and rage... not a good sign. I get that you want to redeem yourself and do better, but I think she's letting her emotions and anger cloud her judgement. Pheonix was right; taking it personally will lead to disaster. And if Luna keeps this up, IT WILL. Listen to Pheonix, Princess Luna. Yes, good on you for being more wary, I'm glad you're doing that. But PLEASE don't let emotions and the need to redeem yourself cloud your judgement. 4. I actually like Philo Reed here. He seems like a competent detective and he has a likeable personality. I don't think he's testifying against Rainbow out of genuine malice; I think he's trying his best (obviously he's wrong considering it's the Element of Loyalty we're talking about here, but still.) But... dude get some sleep for the next trial on Rarity's case at least XDD Also, him respecting Sonata was admirable, I'll give him that. 5. That last save by Sonata. That was too close for comfort. I respect her strategy, it's actually respectable. But now I'm concerned and I don't know how things will go. Especially since PINKIE PIE is gonna be the next witness. So... let's see how things go. 6. Rainbow Dash. I get you have a grudge against Sonata (and a understandable one), but if Pheonix is with her, then AT LEAST trust his judgment. Because you hiding things is not helping things. ESPECIALLY the part about her calling Stream Line a cheater. Rainbow, your stubbornness is LITERALLY causing your downfall. If you swapped the boxes, THEN TELL PHEONIX AND SONATA WHY SO THAT THEY CAN HELP YOU. You holding back crucial information is the reason you were almost pled guilty in court. I seriously hope Pheonix tells Rainbow the story of how he was disbarred and gives her a harsh chewing out to snap her out of it and realize that people (or ponies) DO change for the better. Or at least loosens her lips to tell important info. LOVING THIS SO FAR. Hyped for more!

[@kmmk5022]

Does Rainbow Dash honestly WANT to go to prison? Is she really willing to throw her life away for the sake of a grudge? She honestly isn’t doing any favors for herself, nor Sonata, or Phoenix, nor all the victims and future witnesses who could possibly be accused of the crime I bet this case could’ve been won in like 5 minutes

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@corjonbett]

@@kmmk5022 The best theory I've seen is the opposite, that Dashie was swapping out steroid tainted juice for the real stuff. But that causes a HUGE problem,, because it makes Dashie's charge of attempted murder and assault JUSTIFIED. Tricking a drug addict into going cold turkey can EASILY lead to death. That's how Luna is probably going to pursue this if it goes to such... and honestly, in that case, Dashie withholding the info makes sense. Because, if this is where it's going... she *IS* guilty on all charges, even inadvertently!

[@kmmk5022]

@@corjonbettthough any predictions on the Overall Concept death? Could it be another freak accident like Turnabout Storm? Or did some really did intentionally off him?

[@BKvartS]

Well, case is kinda burning my guts. Mostly because of how Luna and RD were behaving. Hardened and unhelpful as possible. Even though, interesting. As well as the flashback one. I really hope for Private Eye to redeem himself.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@davidpescitelli8004]

Ok, so I think the next episode is going to reveal that Pinkie has been bringing Rainbow Dash the boxes of juice for a week where Luna will accuse Pinkie of being the one to make the poison off-site and supplying it to RD. I gotta say I think Luna learned the wrong lesson from the last trial and episode. While in the last one, she was a bit more passive, helping the defense, and maybe letting some things slide where she shouldn't have; here she immediately goes for the throat every time, seemingly relying on defamation of the defendant, and gives the defense no time to breathe. She is ultimately going to make herself look even more foolish if Dash is proven innocent and give her critics even more ammo against her. Unless she is playing some massive chess game we're not seeing. I'm hoping someone gives her a reality check soon. I also think the evidence against Dash is pretty flimsy. Like the fact none of the tests were positive for poison in any of the juice boxes they found should have been questioned. I get there was a percent error, but there still should have been something in them that was found. I think you have to be extremely precise to add just enough poison to both poison the pony, but not enough to be found by a test and I think we can say RD is not the type of pony who could do that. Also why didn't anypbody report on Dash switching the juice, especially after the fight the 2 had. Ok, I think I have an idea of what happened here. Stream line is taking either a steroid or potion, so she could join the wonderbolts. Streamline can get away with this by hiding the substance in those juice boxes. RD figures this out and this is why she doesn't like Stream line, She gets Pinkie to send her the same juice type of juice boxes but without the drug and has been switching them out with the Stream lines juice to expose her secret. This would explain Stream line's poor performance in the week leading to the collapse. The reason she collapses is probably due to withdrawal. RD didn't tell Sonata is because she didn't trust her, which I gotta is partially on the defense. Having Sonata someone Dash doesn't trust in an important case like this wasn't the best idea. I get it's so RD will grow to trust her by the end of this, but still. Can't wait to see what's next.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@jaedynp-a7705]

@@kmmk5022She doesn’t have the same mane style tho.

[@kmmk5022]

@@jaedynp-a7705if you look closely you can see it shows share some resemblance to Lightning Dust’s mane to an extent

[@ofekma12345]

Honestly I just don't get Luna. Like, Did I miss anything? Had Luna not believed Athena the first day, a literal child would have been exiled or sent to the sun or something. That's the law but the law is unjust and ridiculous. Not to mention how it wasn't even a 'murder', it was an accidental killing caused by a CHILD. But apperenately she blames herself so much for the previous trial ending the way she did she is willing to step so law as to slander someone she considers a friend (someone whose mind she visits constantly at nighttime, mind you, so she knows her heart better than many people), over flimsy circumstantial evidences? Yeah no if I were Rainbow Dash I'd never forgive her. She barely even forgave Fluttershy, not to mention Sweetie Bell, so She'd kick Luna back to the moon if she could, after what she pulled today. I reached the steroids conclusion too and felt so smart for it but it looks like everyone else reached it too so maybe I'm not THAT smart lol Phoenix pulls a Mia here, with letting Sonata lead the case. Mia often was so focused on mentoring Phoenix and have him grow as his own lawyer (especially knowing she couldn't always be there for him, being dead and stuff), she seemed to be ok with letting Phoenix make mistakes that can ruin entire cases, including ones where her own sister's life were on the line. Not only that he convinced Rainbow to let Sonata defend her despite knowing how reluctent she was, he also let Sonata do her own thing during the entire case despite clearly disagreeing with her approach (but still respecting it).

[@davidpescitelli8004]

@@ofekma12345 You know about the dream walking thing. One thing I kind of realized is that couldn't Luna use her dream walking spell to look at the defendant's mind and figure out whether they did the crime or not? Not a big deal, but it is funny how a character's ability can break a story. A similar one would be Discord just straight up being able to look into the past like he did in Return of Harmony.

[@jediknightjameslunagazer7632]

Man, the present-day trial was intense, Luna was just not having any of this, the last trial not to mention that reporter badmouthing her for what happened has clearly got under her skin, perhaps the reason the trial was rushed to the afternoon is that Luna is desperate to restore some of her reputation it's making her blind in hasty anger and clouding her judgement. Also with Rainbow hiding the fact she accused Stream Line of cheating, and her not telling Sonata this, I wonder if it has anything to do with Ace Swift, who was also a cheater due to Sonata gathering blackmail on the racers, but I think the recess will have Phoenix stepping in to give Rainbow a serious talking to, perhaps even bringing up his disbarrment as Rainbow stormed off before then.

[@iangaude3923]

Could be possible, but yeah I really hope Phoenix will would step up and get Rainbow to talk and she needs to put all of her stupidey aside and START TALKING.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@kmmk5022]

Though what if Ace Swift was involved with the case and that the events of Turnabout Storm relate to Turnabout Discharge? Maybe Stream Line is perhaps was the late Ace Swift’s mare friend, or sister, or cousin, or friend. Stream Line wanting to avenge her decreased loved one by outdoing Rainbow Dash through the use of doping

[@iangaude3923]

@kmmk5022 Those are very good guesses man I'm confident that grass could be a drug and it could be possible that Stream Line could be Lightning Dust in disguise, or could be a relative I hope any of these guesses are correct I definitely sure for the grass and a 50/50 for the other guesses.

[@iangaude3923]

@kmmk5022 I don't know no one has ever brought up that case and no one has ever mentioned Ace's name.

[@Arthus850]

Rainbow’s gonna be angry, not just at Sonata, but at Phoenix for going along with her. Given how her friendship with Applejack and Rarity are already shaken, I think friendships between the entire mane six will be shattered before the final trial.

[@vgmaster9]

And Luna for wanting to convict her for a crime she didn't commit.

[@anonluxor470]

It's Sonata time to shine. We're definitely going on a wild ride

[@rotkivsteelmug6464]

Those Grickle Grass symptoms sound very close to an onset of heatstroke, likely just getting past heat cramps

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@TypicalYouTubeBrowser]

@@kmmk5022 Grickle Grass is most likely a poison and not a drug given the fact that small doses over time can cause the symptoms within a we. And we can assume that Stream Line would’ve been taking it for some time. Yet she only started having symptoms after Rainbow Dash swapped the Juice Boxes which if Stream Line was taking it prior would have happened. It’s also Been called a poison so, no Grickle Grass is indeed a poison just a really slow acting one. I think it’s much more likely that Stream Line has been using steroids that have withdrawal effects that are similar to those of Grickle Grass poisoning. These took symptoms started showing because Rainbow swapped the Juice Boxes with the drugs mixed in them for ones she got with nothing mixed in. I also think she sent the ones from Stream Line’s locker to be tested for traces of drugs.

[@ZoruaMaster]

Although i do prefer longer episodes, not having to wait very long for a new episode is neat too.

[@GoldenLatias6]

Rainbow must have a good reason for calling Stream Line a cheater. She'd never call a fellow athlete such a thing with a good reason. Since she is a good sport.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance

[@kmmk5022]

I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@4zy1]

>rainbow dash >good sport lol

[@Gage-p2c]

@@kmmk5022 That is the most likely theory here. Though why is Luna still overlooking the steroid possibility for the case if there was no confirmation that a poison was in the juice box inside Stream Line's locker? Has she lost her fucking ability to notice anything off, or has she lost her mind? It is still Fucking Bullshit either way.

[@Wiiguy1606]

The art style of the Cloudsdale Court is pretty stylized

[@RenzoXD2069]

Even so, it was nice to see how Sonata develops as a lawyer after redeeming herself some time ago, even surprising Phoenix along the way. I wonder if it is possible that his actions will somehow affect Apollo's case later since they both occur at the same time. 🤔

[@topnotchshinobi]

And with both Cruise Control and Sonata returning to an episode revolving around racing pegasi, I've got a strong hunch this case ties back all the way to the original events surrounding Ace Swift and his blackmailing shenanigans. There's a huge "ring of cheaters" waiting to be exposed; I'm sure of it.

[@tricktrade6767]

All this chit chat and no one is bringing up the obvious question of what grickle grass tastes like, if I was drinking grape juice and tasted bitter almonds or smelt bleach I'd know something was up

[@sasir2013]

yeah, I expected that to be part of the poison report. But, alas, it seems the prosecution really threw things at the wall at random

[@Wiiguy1606]

Thanks to there being a flashback case, It's nice to see Private Eye make a return

[@jcj268]

Sonata x Private Eye forever!

[@jackofminds8338]

Honestly, I'm with Phoenix and Rainbow. Sonata's refusal to object to anything is pretty frustrating in this one. Like... From what's been presented, Luna barely has a case. Yeah, the judge seems oddly convinced by it, but that's happened before with a simple "That's just a possibility. You need evidence." turning it around. I'm honestly hoping things get better in the next part. It kinda feels like you're trying to combine the Investigations style slower pace with objections only happening really in rebuttle clashes, with the normal Ace Attorney courtroom mechanics. But that refusal to object makes Sonata feel really snobby and overly worried about looking dumb, moreso than actually protecting her client. That kind of pacing doesn't super work here. Really hoping I'm proven wrong, and that the next one makes this retroactively awesome.

[@sasir2013]

I think that the main problem, rather than a combination of games, is that this case corners its writer by its own nature. They wanted a case in which there was a mystery about someone being poisoned without a trace of poison. That would work wonders in a normal mystery game. But in AA, since you're always defending someone (even in the investigations games most of the time), this kind of mystery can't really work, because you don't need to solve it, only to point out the obvious hole in the arguments.

[@corjonbett]

Sonata has no evidence. Objecting without actual cause will only hurt her case. Plus Luna is OBVIOUSLY baiting her.

[@RenzoXD2069]

Perhaps many were surprised by Sonata technique of listening to each part of the testimony instead of attacking, but it sounds understandable by the way. When in doubt about a situation, it's better to be prepared and attentive to it (even if it appears that some objects are still stored by third parties) 🤔. I already hope to see his contract in the next episode.👍🏽

[@Boundwithflame23]

And it’s also a good strategy for whenever a new AA game comes out. Press all the statements!

[@topnotchshinobi]

Sonata better yield something useful though in a timely manner, though. Both Rainbow and the broader courtroom are already losing patience with Sonata's approach; and who knows what Sonata might do in her desperation...

[@topnotchshinobi]

@@Boundwithflame23 Unless your witness' name is Ben Woodman or Furio Tigre.

[@nameynamd9212]

​​@@topnotchshinobiDon't forget Quercus Alba

[@nameynamd9212]

It does show some similarities where the Miles Edgeworth mechanics could come from, but equally, shows her lack of experience compared to him and with the same idea, could eventually let her gain greater benefits from exposing weaknesses(possibly spotting them better along the lines of Apollo's own ability)

[@deathocats]

After that silhouette, I'll be slightly disappointed if there isn't a joke about a "SURPRISE! witness".

[@TheCommenterDragon]

This was definitely worth the wait, I enjoyed every second of this episode and I can't wit for the next one! Truly glorious and sensational work everyone!!!

[@Marshal_Longarm]

At this stage, it looks like Withdrawal syndrome due to the lack of a dose of doping / drug. But it's too obvious to be the real case.

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@Marshal_Longarm]

@@kmmk5022 that's quite a theory. My guess is a bit shorter. Likely Rainow Dash caught Stream Line on taking drugs disguised as "grape juice", but instead of informing the authorities she was continiously replacing Stream's drugged pockets with clean ones, causing Stream to have Withdrawall syndrome. That explains how the poison was never found, it should be in the pockets Rainbow got rid of and it wasn't a poison in the first place. Remembering that Rainbow did leave the Academy to hang out with our Attorneys, she probably missed a batch of drugged juice and Stream drank it right before the incident. So, bad timing indeed. Although, even if this drug theory will be proved to be partly true, I fail to see what exactly makes Stream Line a cheater? After all, Wanderbolts are more about military than sports, so using stimulators are someone's own responsibility.

[@kmmk5022]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@Marshal_Longarmit’s likely that a lot of the Wonderbolts and Wonderbolts reservist also compete in races as professional racers. Either that or racing is a part of being a Wonderbolt

[@kmmk5022]

@@Marshal_LongarmThough if the doping theory were to be true, this case could’ve been won in span of 5 minutes if Rainbow simply put her petty grudge aside and work with Sonata Better yet, there probably wouldn’t need to be a trial in the first place if RD just reported it ti Spitfire and the other ups about the matter rather than handling it herself

[@topnotchshinobi]

@@kmmk5022 Stream Line probably being a cheater is an interesting coincidence with Cruise Control getting reintroduced to the plot/current episode; perhaps Stream Line's backstory is also somehow connected to Turnabout Storm's Ace Swift? (who was likewise a cheater, albeit cheating by means of blackmailing instead of doping)

[@Vakama95096]

Honestly, I'm pretty much pissed at Rainbow Dash. She kept an important information from Sonata and was even LYING to her. I get that Rainbow doesn't trust Sonata, but she needs to swallow her own damn PRIDE if she want to be proved innocent.

[@iangaude3923]

I know she needs to stop otherwise she'll be behind bar's and a lot of consequences will be happening her parents will probably disowned her and won't even look at her, same way with Scootallo she won't even looking up to her as her idol/sister ever again, and especially Equestria will be doomed because of Rainbow's stupid selfishness.

[@leon4000]

I wasn't wrong about Rainbow Dash....Sonata and Phoenix setting her straight is a must! If she thinks acting like that is going to keep her from punishment, she just stepped dangerously close to making it happen...

[@kmmk5022]

Does Rainbow Dash honestly WANT to go to prison? Is she really willing to throw her life away for the sake of a grudge? She honestly isn’t doing any favors for herself, nor Sonata, or Phoenix, nor all the victims and future witnesses who could possibly be accused of the crime I bet this could’ve been won in a span of 5 minutes

[@iangaude3923]

@kmmk5022 I totally agree dude this is really getting out of hand everyone's going to be furious with Rainbow for not coming clean for the case this would've been over if she just STOP and GET OVER IT and tell everyone in the courtroom and the Attorneys exactly what happened,or should've reported it to Spitfire and there wouldn't be a case at all.

[@kmmk5022]

@@iangaude3923yeah I mean. I bet there wouldn’t have to be a trial in the first place if Rainbow just simply reported the victim to Spitfire and have her and higher ups look into it

[@Trecherousbeast]

Great episode! I really loved the back and forth between Sonata and Luna. It really feels like they’re thinking carefully about what they’re saying next, or really taking in what was just said.

[@JayAshBranAudioScripts]

Whoa. This episode came pretty quickly. And is just as amazing as the ones before it. You guys are getting better and better with every video. In quality, acting, animation, and everything else that goes into this series.

[@Wiiguy1606]

That was very sweet of spitfire to say about rainbow dash

[@fernandomangarrez6742]

Zaheer: "...when you base your expectations on only what you see. You blind yourself to the possibilities of a new reality."

[@crazycatzg3481]

The face of Luna in the thumbnail reminds me of that episode where she was sitting on the throne, petting the flamingo

[@crazycatzg3481]

I dont know how Rarity’s case is going to play out but I can suspect that there might be the accusation of Espie killing her sister, Estella, out of jealousy with her relationship with Overall, then escaped and hire a pegasus to kill Overall half a decade later. For the saying, “If I can’t have him, nobody can” or nopony

[@wrestlingpurist9784]

It might be possible. But if there's one thing I learned in EoJ is that nothing is what it seems.

[@dragonman2168]

I suppose that's plausible. What I don't get is that while its clear that Estella was murdered, why was it only brought up to Apollo and Trucy that both she and Espie "disappeared" by everyone? We know only Espie disappeared, while Estella died. So, why hasn't anyone told the truth to Apollo yet? Do you think Estella's "corpse" Somehow disappeared? Or that she had a body double before she mysteriously vanished with her sister? It wouldn't be too implausible due to the existence of the Mirror Pool.

[@kmmk5022]

You think Amber could be an accomplice?

[@dragonman2168]

@kmmk5022 I think Amber is the one who killed Overall.

[@kmmk5022]

@@dragonman2168Yeah I could see her being the culprit. Though for what reason?

[@XenotHedgehog]

calling it now, the chocolate bar is going to be the detail that leads to the case's conclusion.

[@SquallSwift]

This new case(s) is surely a massive undertaking for the writers, kudos! But you can already see the connections in the background, leaving us to wonder what this caulk-board of post-it notes, pins, and thread will amount to. Really want to see Twilight doing that meme at some point. It's all connected!

[@AceAttorneyElementsofJustice]

@@SquallSwift Thanks for the kudos! Twilight going conspiracy mode...idea added to the meme pile

[@rockmanmix6242]

Case C: 6:42 Stella’s autopsy report TOD estimated between 10:15 pm -10:45 pm. Victim suffered blunt force trauma to a spot on the front of her head, but died from blood loss. 7:55 Overalls arrest report Overall concept was arrested at 10:30 pm after being found between the victims body and bridleways back door entrance. 9:42 Alleyway diagram map An overhead view of the scene of the murder. Several points of interest are highlighted along with the position of the body itself. 15:09 Disturbance report The report indicates screaming was heard on the night of the murder. It was made at 10:12 pm. 19:18(updated to 10:21 pm.) Case B: 31:10 Victims toxilogical report 37:19 Trickle grass poison report A rare but easy to manufacture poison. Effects are sweating, a dangerously high heart rate, lightheadedness followed by vomiting? Extreme anxiety, and eventual collapse.

[@anthonydeadman]

Rainbow Dash's attitude as childish as it is, all comes down to the fact she still can't get over her grudge with Sonata. Her loyalty is only towards those she can trust 100%. Nothing more, nothing less. So it's pretty obvious she would've been more open with Phoenix if he had been defending her as opposed to Sonata who Rainbow still immensely doesn't trust given her actions of the past. This selectve loyalty within her grudge is something Phoenix himself will need to sternly address to her personally during this recess much in a similar manner in which he spoke with Athena when talking about his past mistakes during the previous case.

[@chrisforward8443]

Sonata did try to get rainbow accused of murder, if not on purpose by altering the crime scene. I dont think thats really childish to be hurt over, and in some very real ways everyone else basically going "oh sure, here, you can take over" to sonata over rainbow's case is childish as it doesnt take both parties feelings into account. She even anteed to be proscutor for that case

[@anthonydeadman]

@@chrisforward8443 You misunderstand. I say it's "childish" because it shows she hasn't learned from her previous time being on trial. She still hides things from people, she still holds grudges that cause to make things harder for her in the long run. She hasn't fully grown and developed yet in relation to this which I imagine, will be something that is focused on with this specific case if not later on down the road. Yes she has VALID reasons to keep her grudge with folks like Sonata intact, but the fact she puts priority of her major distrust for her over keeping her reputation and keeping herself from getting a guilty verdict intact, is questionable and needs attention brought to it which is why I imagine Phoenix would come in to mentally slap her and basically give a harsh reality check of the situation which she absolutely needs right now for better or for worse.

[@kmmk5022]

@@anthonydeadmanYeah it’s either her grudge or her life

[@calvinheim2618]

dash is going to get a stern talking to for holding this important stuff back and the attitude in court and during the case especially towards sonata really didn't help either ...

[@kmmk5022]

Does Rainbow Dash honestly WANT to go to prison? Is she really willing to throw her life away for the sake of a grudge? She honestly isn’t doing any favors for herself, nor Sonata, or Phoenix, nor all the victims and future witnesses who could possibly be accused of the crime

[@rin8651]

I was waiting for Sonata to call for Rainbow Dash to testify. Clearly, she could have commented on what was she doing in Stream Line's locker room, and on their rivalry

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@alextalbain9269]

I don't understand why this is even an argument. There isn't proof of poison being used so why is Luna so insistent on it? Even the detective said he surmised the kind of poison was used, which means he's making an educated guess as best.

[@sorlag7]

Lol Trixie's hat kept rising and falling every time she gets scared

[@chrisforward8443]

At some point, it will be theorized Rainbow caught Stream Line Doping, but couldn't prove it. Rainbow replaced the jucie boxes as it was the method she was using, but without the drug in her system Stream line went into withdrawl which had these side effects. At least, I believe this will be a theory brought up in the future episodes, and the Doping part *is* real.

[@topnotchshinobi]

And because Rainbow prides herself on loyalty, her own personal code of honor won't let her snitch on her fellow Wonderbolt (no matter how much she may personally despise said colleague), thus compelling Rainbow to go "the quiet interventionist route." Damn.

[@TypicalYouTubeBrowser]

That makes perfect sense

[@turbohawk551]

It's interesting how there's a pegasus in Overall concept's hanging at the end credits. That would explain a few things.

[@rockmanmix6242]

A glass vial… like an empty glass vial?

[@SpacialRend7]

This court session got off to an interesting start. Nice that we got another flashback scene before the main event, seeing Sonata, Trixie, and Celestia once more. Things are getting pretty intense with Luna’s moody objections and RD’s attitude issues. Also, I like that Chronicles of Narnia reference to that one line that Luna made, the “Do not site…” line, that was cool. Very good court session so far, though! I’m intrigued to know what will happen next time. Great job guys!

[@laahocsm0019]

Great episode. Did not expect Luna to blow up like that. I wonder who the prosecutor is for the third case.

[@UltraAfroman]

The silhouette of Phoenix Wright in the thumbnail made him look like a Super Saiyan.

[@Supershadow1501]

I kinda like how this episode was done, reminds me of what happened in Trials and Tribulations with Mia, obviously. Other than that, Luna's demeanor has taken a more assertive approach, but is still sharp as a tack with pointing out facts and inconsistencies. Of course, Sonata is no slouch either. With what happened at the last trial, it's makes sense that she would take the "lie in wait" strategy to catch anything Luna has up her metaphorical sleeve. Speaking of, I wonder if what's up there is going to cause things to go better or worse, not just for the Defense, but for Rainbow Dash as well. Hopefully, the next "witness" can shed some light on what happened. Well, all we can do now is wait with baited breath. As always, Keep Calm and Strive for the Truth! OBJECTION! 👉

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@thelonemask]

I’m sorry but in my opinion, Luna’s “strategy” seems to be relying on circumstantial evidence and character defamation to try and get Rainbow found guilty. I know she’s still reeling from the last case and is over correcting her approach to prosecuting. But she’s really coming off as short sighted and ruthless for seemingly no reason.

[@RenzoXD2069]

I have never compared Philo Reed to Dick Gumshoe (the detective from the original Ace Attorney saga), but I like he has the same charisma and clumsiness as him (including greater experience and ego at the same time). 😁

[@thelonemask]

Yeesh. Did they make Luna more aggressive because fans were saying she was too lenient with the defense last case?

[@MrsJoker-fo9ls]

29:40 oh my god that soundtrack is *mwah*✨👌

[@GamByte033]

with overalls' case being reopened and stream line being described as a quiet flyer + in the credits on the catwalk there are wings albeit under silhouette why do i have a suspicion that stream line had a part to play?

[@intodewood0598]

What I don't get is why no one came forward about RD being around Streamline's locker earlier. Multiple people saw RD doing this, multiple times, and no one thought to question her on it? Or even bring it up to Spitfire?

[@problagater0837]

Yeah why not call the ponies who saw this to the witness stand?

[@Creamofcatcorn]

1:08:31 ok im jotting this down but remember in the ending scene in 3-2 i think it was. We had overall talking to his friend who i forget the name to. Overall said "Please dont look into the substance stella gave you" or something along the lines of that. What if it was grickle grass. And i might be completely wrong but the wonder bolts only investigate members for contraband. I dont know but those two things line up sketchily. That could also be the motive for stella's murder. dont know if im making sense but mmmmmyyygooosssshhh i had to say something.

[@kmmk5022]

That is a plausible theory? Though what need is there for grickle grass?

[@lyonsin2535]

amazing eps, im eager to see how this all play out

[@PhiaPrevost]

Goddess really killed it this episode DAMN!

[@thepcgameplayer5526]

i see Thesbio, cool how he made a camio in the series, he's awesome, but the episode looks really good

[@snowblind9551]

1:05:21 To the Moon music! How fitting for Luna.

[@TPrower]

All righty, it's trial time in Cloudsdale! As usual, spoilers down below for my windbag comments, lol, and I do hope no one minds me doing this, since they're essentially recaps of what we just saw with my own thoughts, but it's kind of what I'm used to doing after watching something, lol Starting off with another flashback of Sonata's first trial, I see. Her speech about needing to consider both sides of the issue when determining truth or innocence feels particularly poignant in this case, with so much uncertainty and unseemliness surrounding Overall Concept and his actions. I'm still puzzled by that end-of-credits scene in the last episode... And we get to see our old friend Private Eye once again as the lead detective of that case, and a newly appointed one at that during that time, yet already earning the distinction of being a prodigy. The Ace Attorney series does love its prodigies, doesn't it, whether it's attorneys, prosecutors, or detectives, lol. He even managed to get Trixie to behave herself for the moment with that nice speech of his. It's true, of course: everyone who works for law and justice should be working towards the truth, not settling petty disputes and satisfying grudges, so there's no need for pointless antagonism. So by sharing a shift with Estella, Overall was allegedly the only one with an opportunity to kill her, and she was killed from being hit multiple times by an old walking stick, though from blood loss, not from the blows themselves, and even the true incident report, not the blundered one Trixie initially submitted, supports his guilt. Sonata and Trixie may still bicker like schoolfillies, but Celestia's right: this kind of banter is not warranted when a pony's life and innocence are at stake. At the very least, Trixie has the grace to accept she made a mistake, a far cry from her old self. Even so, Sonata's back to square one, and we'll just have to see what happens next, but for now, back to the present... So Phoenix and Sonata are facing off against Luna in Cloudsdale, and they even managed to bring His Honor up there, because of course. XD If Luna's prosecuting, then does that mean Celestia's been called to preside over Rarity's trial?... Luna's still grappling with the part she played in the last trial she prosecuted, and it seems like she's not going to be as helpful to the defense as she tried to be before, so we're in for an uphill battle, unless Phoenix and Sonata can find a way to help HER. She's determined to make sure the truth doesn't catch her or any of them off guard again like last time. She also doesn't seem to take Sonata seriously as an attorney yet, but His Honor made a good point: her wish to make amends as a prosecutor should be an example for other prosecutors to follow. Quite the strong reaction to Rainbow being accused of another crime, and it's hard to blame them. She's already been accused of murder once before, and now of attempted poisoning? Between this and Rarity's case, it really does make me wonder if someone, or more than one pony, has a grudge against Twilight and her friends... Now it's time for Philo Reed, and hoo boy, he's not looking so good. Being dragged up here at the last minute when he's already busy with Rarity's case, but wow, to think he was Private Eye's mentor... 'Grickle Grass'? That stuff in the beginning of The Lorax, where the Once-ler lived? What a reference, lol. So even if a tox analysis turned up negative, Stream Line showed the symptoms for it. And Rainbow Dash was swapping juice boxes between her locker and Stream Line's? That would've been nice to know beforehand, but why would she want to hide that from Phoenix and Sonata?... Philo's knowledge of botany is 'variable', but he's well-versed in poisons? Yet another Sherlock Holmesian trait, lol Pretty clever to see Sonata still applying the principles of Logic Chess to her cross-examination. She's gauging how Luna and Philo will react to being questioned on certain points, and waiting for the right opportunity to strike. She's one smart cookie. =) Well, Philo's cross-examination didn't turn up anything to help the defense's case, but he at least acknowledged Sonata's method of cross-examining. He knows what she was going for. =) And our next witness is Spitfire. It's sweet to know that, even if she wants to remain professional and impartial, she still has faith in Rainbow as a future Wonderbolt, and clearly doesn't want to testify against her. So Rainbow resisted arrest, too. Something else it would've been nice to know earlier. Still, it looks like Sonata struck a chord with Rainbow by saying she doesn't believe her demeanor means she's guilty, but, rather, upset at being arrested for a crime she didn't commit. Hopefully, by the end, Rainbow can finally let go of her grudge with Sonata and be properly grateful for what she's doing for her. And now we come to a point we haven't clarified up until now: motive. Why would Rainbow Dash want to poison a fellow Reserve? Well, if what Spitfire says is true, Rainbow didn't think Stream Line even deserved to be a part of the Wonderbolts, and considered her a 'cheater'...And she hid this from Sonata and Phoenix, because she knew it gave her a motive...This is not good... And we're left on quite the cliffhanger, as there's a witness who can answer HOW Rainbow brought the means to make Grickle Grass, but we need to wait for them to arrive. Considering what Rainbow said during the Logic Chess session with her, and a certain running trend from Turnabout Storm, I have a feeling I know who this witness is, but for now, we'll have to wait and see what comes of this recess, because Sonata and Phoenix have a LOT to discuss with Rainbow about the secrets she's been keeping...

[@kmmk5022]

My best guess for Rainbow’s case was that there was no poisoning at all and that the victim simply passed out due to a combination of withdrawal from illegal substances and exhaustion from strenuous flight training that she was taking in order to enhance her flight performance I believe the grickle grass isn’t a poison, but rather a drug. Specifically a steroid for enhancing one’s athletic abilities and performances Steroids and drugs usually don’t have much effect from just one dose , but over time as they take doses more often, the effects in one’s health from the drugs would eventually kick it. That’s how it’s like for practically all drugs Stream Line share a bit of a resemblance to Lightning Dust from body type and mane style. It’s very likely Stream Line IS in fact Lightning Dust in disguise. She likely disguised herself and given herself a fake identity, committing identity fraud. I think the crime took place sometime AFTER Lightning Dust was kicked out of the academy. I mean, identity fraud IS a thing. And from Spitfire said about “Stream Line” (or Lightning Dust) being almost as good as Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust first appearance in her debut episode shows exactly what Spitfire testified. Rainbow is a little better at flying than Lightning from a flight drill they were doing Here’s what I think really happened: After Lightning Dust was kicked out of the reserve, she decided to sneak herself back into the reserves to get revenge on Rainbow Dash and finally outfly her. Though since she’s now been kicked out, she would need to disguise herself by changing her mane and coat color to hide suspicion and of coarse come up when a fake name, Stream Line. She probably had to get a fake ID and everything. In order to rush her improvement on her Flight abilities, she brewed up some grickle grass steroids for herself to consume to enhance her physical capabilities. Though to make sure to avoid as little suspicion as possible, she probably put the poison in some grape juice that she smuggled in. Rainbow Dash eventually caught onto Lightning using illegally steroids to improve her flying. This plus their last encounter could very likely be the cause of Rainbow and Lightning’s other episodes. As for Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie, I think that Rainbow asked Pinkie Pie to help her expose Lightning Dust. Of the mane 6, besides Fluttershy and Applejack, Pinkie Pie is probably one of the ponies who Rainbow Dash is closest with. While they did claim that grickle grass is pretty easy to make, Rainbow probably chose Pinkie Pie for this matter due to her baking and culinary knowledge since brewing things like potions and making drugs is similar to cooking and baking. Baking and cooking is practically a form of doing science similar to how making drugs is a science too. Plus her craftiness and predictability also helps too. Rainbow probably asked Pinkie Pie to lace some juice boxes with grickle grass and smuggle them onto the academy grounds. This is likely used as some sort of bait to lure Lightning Dust in to create an opening for Rainbow Dash to expose her and to possibly expose Lightning Dust for faking her identity. There is a chance Rainbow could know that Stream Line is Lightning Dust though there is a chance that Rainbow still doesn’t know. I believe that Rainbow Dash was arrested around the same time she was trying to expose Lightning Dust, catching her with the juice boxes. I believe the tear was to stash in the juice boxes. Rainbow likely was resisting arrested was because of coarse she didn’t commit a crime and she was trying to expose Lightning Dust as the actual pony they should be hounding on. As for the tornado, I believe that was Lightning Dusts doing. Likely from her doing extra training or even more likely maybe even a prank by creating a disaster situation to save ponies from the tornado in order to look cool to try and get attention from the higher ups from the Wonderbolts. ---- Though what if we were to assume that Stream Line is NOT Lightning Dust and that Stream Line isn’t as bad as Rainbow Dash claims she is. There’s a chance that she could be related to Lightning Dust. Most likely a sister or a cousin of Lightning. Likely a younger one. I mean, an older family member projecting onto a younger one. Not being able to succeeding and having your subordinate succeed for you. Lightning probably wanted Stream Line to avenge her. Perhaps Stream Line is secretly a fan of Rainbow Dash and has a respect for her. Maybe Stream Line was against the use of steroids but was forced to do so by Lightning Dust due to her desperation to beat Rainbow Dash, indirectly through Stream Line’s accomplishments. This would make Lightning Dust Stream Line’s supplier. Though how does Rainbow and Stream Line fighting fit into this? Hurt by Rainbow Dash calling her a cheater and stuff, she got consumed with Rainbow Dash’a accusations and misjudgment of her character and eventually a heated rivalry started. Underneath Stream Line’s anger was hurt. Though I think with how Lighting Dust despises Rainbow Dash, I think Stream Line would keep her admiration for Rainbow Dash a secret from Lightning Dust.

[@TPrower]

@@kmmk5022That’s certainly a plausible theory, and very in-depth, too. I’ll be surprised to see if Lightning Dust wasn’t involved in some way, whether Stream Line IS Lightning Dust, or she’s someone associated with her. We already know Dash holds a grudge, and she has a strong sense of integrity when it comes to the Wonderbolts, and doesn’t want irresponsible or reckless behavior to be tolerated among them.

[@kmmk5022]

@@TProwerDo you think it’s likely that Ace Swift could possibly be involved too? What if the late Ace Swift could be related to Stream Line, or Lightning Dust? Though that would depend if Stream Line and Lightning Dust are two different people or if Stream Line IS Lightning Dust It would be interesting and make somehow sense for the events of Turnabout Storm to be involved in the cause of Turnabout Discharge. I mean, we’ve seen plenty of Ace Attorney cases where previous cases connect with future cases

[@timotheebarreaud779]

Excellente vidéo, une fois de plus ! 😉👍 J'espère que la Princesse Luna remontera la pente vis-à-vis du harcèlement qu'elle subit par le peuple. Comme dit V "Les peuples ne devraient pas avoir peur de leur gouvernement. Les gouvernements devraient avoir peur du peuple."😔 Quand à Stream Line, j'espère que nous connaîtrons le fin mot de l'histoire.🤔

[@Porkate42]

I really enjoy seeing Sonata harness her skills when she was a blackmailer and apply them as a defense lawyer. It not only shows how much Sonata has grown while still keeping to her character. But it also gives a fresh new take on the defense side (not that the Wright and Co strategy is bad mind you). Also I know Luna's behavior here is definitely very strange and comes off as near sighted. But keep in mind that after years upon years of being deemed evil and a monster and finally getting the respect she wanted again, only for it to fall back down after case 2. I can understand Luna's feelings to an extent (not that it justifies her questionable performance so far) and wonder if she is acting like this because she is afraid of going back to being seen as that monster? I have a feeling our next major breakdown is gonna be Luna.

[@austinharris3139]

Holy cow the animation is stellar.

[@jjohnson2445]

Oh hey thespios back

[@jennapushenna1680]

God damn Luna is all I can say

[@topnotchshinobi]

Girl needs an (even longer) vacation/extended leave of absence, at this rate...

[@alextalbain9269]

Two different trials in the same video. That's awesome!

[@Wiiguy1606]

During the end credits, Was that Cruise Control with his sister? We never seen her before on screen

[@bryanthernandez9769]

If I recall she was in the hospital in Canterlot

[@omegasnake18]

I do Hope Luna gets her head on straight...because man that last case has REALLY gotten to her, and it's made her cold and reckless...I hope this case will put her back on the straight path and know what it really means to prosecute, because right now, the fact she is asking the gallery to look at rainbow's guilty face clearly shows she is clearly not in the right headspace.

[@BeaglzRok1]

I know I've listened to too many memes when the opening line of "Somepony once told me" got autofilled by my brain with "the world is gonna roll me."

[@DudeInTheJacket123]

Oi! I spy a DaWillstanator in the peanut gallery! 😆

[@captainseg]

Philo Reed... where have I heard that before? *Checks on Google* HOLY SHIT HE'S THE SUPPOSED THE DETECTIVE IN THE CANCELLED MY LITTLE INVESTIGATIONS GAME!?!?! Damn that takes me back playing it.

[@sarahpayne986]

“Evidence is everything” The game itself said that. And it’s true. If you don’t have evidence you don’t have a case. Court is not won by gut feelings.

[@josephsaraceni5424]

Rainbow dash is probably the worst defendant ever. I know she resented Sonata but Phoenix really needs to give her a talking to. Also Luna isn’t much better than Trixie. This is just her wounded ego from the last trail and just lashing at everyone else.

[@amazingangus0019]

True, also in my opinion the worst of the mane 6 due to her ego and arrogance.

[@kmmk5022]

Yeah like does Rainbow honestly think it’s worth it? Holding a petty grudge and getting herself wrongfully accused and imprisoned. She aint doing herself nor Sonata and Phoenix any favors

[@amazingangus0019]

I agree with both your opinions on them. Hate to say it but Luna kinda deserved to be scolded from that radio mare, after accusing Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle for murder.

[@kmmk5022]

@@amazingangus0019Honestly this trial could’ve been won in like 5 minutes if RD just trusted Sonata and stop giving her attitude and just cooperate and trust her and tell her Better yet there probably wouldn’t even BE trial if RD just reported the matter to Spitfire about the doping

[@amazingangus0019]

@@kmmk5022 Doesn't it make you just want to slap the sh* t out of RD?

[@phoenixflambe3319]

20:44 Celestia seems like the more fiery judge than the judge himself. More proactive in maintaining order. 22:27 Eh, he is the vanilla. Also, Luna is the prosecutor again? Fine. With Sonata as her opponent, this case should solve quicker than RD could say "Sonic Rainboom!" 26:17 I'm guessing there's actually someone else prosecuting RD's case and it's not Luna. But hey, someone different? I hope. Doesn't matter anyway but I do suppose I might need to take back my last statement. 30:05 LOL the audience already picked the side. Don't think this will help Luna's reputation. Then again, RD's own personal relationships are definitely more important than reputation. Or so I think 1:06:07 Her inner Nightmare Moon is beginning to show here 1:06:43 Now who's letting their emotions control them? It seems as pointed out by some people that Luna had apparently forgotten she saved the world many times especially from herself. Not counting Tirek since that was more or less all Twilight's own credit.

[@Gage-p2c]

Is it possible that Stream Line was using her grape juice as a way to injest a liquid drug to enhance her flight abilities. Afterall at exactly 39:23 in the video, Reed said "more withdrawn" which leads me to think that her symptoms are actually long-term withdraw symptoms mistaken for poisoning. We will have to wait for future EoJ episodes to see for sure though.

[@Gage-p2c]

I believe that Princess Luna is overlooking a possible steroid addiction that Stream Line was being withdrawn from that caused her to collapse l.

[@rockmanmix6242]

1:08:19 yes tampering and conjuring are two different things…no one witnesses the conjuring nor the necessities required to complete the theoretical task.

[@omegamorph8211]

I like how we've got this forward momentum going on but at the same time aren't trying to get too much out at once. Still curious on the story with some of these credits ponies.

[@sonicgen20]

What?! I didn’t know there’d be a new episode today!