Reiji Mitsurugi is a prosecutor and old friend of Ryuuichi Naruhodou. He's best known for his perfect win record during his first four years on the job—a streak built on ruthlessness and an unwavering focus on guilty verdicts. His mentor, Manfred Von Karma, adopted him after his father's death during the DL-6 case, a relationship that clearly shaped his approach to the law.
Most people see Mitsurugi as a snob. He's skeptical, aloof, and doesn't really change his demeanor whether he's making small talk or cross-examining a witness. That said, he does have a genuine moral compass—he believes strongly in what's right and wrong, even if his methods sometimes seem cold or overly rigid. He comes across as calm and composed in conversation, though fans often note he has a habit of sounding condescending.
In the courtroom, Mitsurugi is meticulous. He plans his trials down to the detail and expects everything to go according to script. The problem is, when witnesses deviate or something unexpected happens, he gets visibly flustered. He's particular about procedure too—getting witnesses to properly state their names and professions—which becomes a running frustration given the often bizarre cast of characters he ends up questioning.
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