Cardcaptor Sakura Timeline ( Real )

manga
May, 1996

Cardcaptor Sakura Manga Debut

The Cardcaptor Sakura manga series by CLAMP begins serialization in Nakayoshi magazine.

anime
April 7, 1998

Cardcaptor Sakura Anime Premiere

The Cardcaptor Sakura anime adaptation premieres in Japan, bringing the manga's story to a wider audience through animation.

movie
August 21, 1999

Cardcaptor Sakura: The Movie Release

The first Cardcaptor Sakura movie is released in theaters in Japan.

movie
July 15, 2000

Cardcaptor Sakura Movie 2: The Sealed Card Release

The second Cardcaptor Sakura movie, concluding the anime storyline, is released in Japan.

manga
June, 2000

Cardcaptor Sakura Manga Concludes

The original Cardcaptor Sakura manga series ends its run in Nakayoshi magazine.

international
Early 2000s

Cardcaptor Sakura Re-release and International Licensing

Cardcaptor Sakura manga and anime are licensed internationally, gaining a global fanbase. Various re-releases and DVDs become available outside Japan.

manga
June 2016

Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Arc Manga Launch

CLAMP launches the sequel manga series 'Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Arc,' continuing Sakura's story with new adventures.

anime
January 7, 2018

Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Arc Anime Premiere

An anime adaptation of the 'Clear Card Arc' manga starts airing in Japan, reviving interest in the franchise.

Cardcaptor Sakura Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
Early Spring, Elementary School Year 4

Discovery of the Clow Cards

Sakura Kinomoto discovers the Clow Cards after accidentally releasing them from the Clow Book.

quest
Shortly after discovery of the Clow Cards

Sakura Becomes a Cardcaptor

Sakura begins her quest to capture the scattered Clow Cards with the help of Keroberos.

quest
Within weeks of becoming a Cardcaptor

First Capture of a Clow Card

Sakura captures her first Clow Card, The Windy, marking the start of her responsibilities as a Cardcaptor.

character_introduction
Mid Elementary School Year 4

Sakura Meets Syaoran Li

Syaoran Li arrives from Hong Kong, initially as a rival but later as an ally and friend in Cardcaptor duties.

quest
Several months into Cardcaptor activities

Capture of the Earthy and The Watery Cards

Sakura faces and captures two powerful elemental cards, showing her growing skill and resolve.

slice_of_life
Late Spring, Elementary School Year 4

The Magical Girl's Sakura School Festival

Sakura balances normal school life with her magical responsibilities during a school festival.

quest
End of Elementary School Year 4

Final Sealing of the Clow Cards

Sakura captures and seals all the Clow Cards, completing her primary mission as a Cardcaptor.

magical_event
Following final sealing completion

Transformation of Clow Cards into Sakura Cards

The Clow Cards transform into Sakura Cards, reflecting Sakura's ownership and power over them.

quest
New school year after becoming master of Sakura Cards

Introduction of the Dream Cards

A new set of magical cards called Dream Cards appear, posing a different challenge for Sakura.

character_development
Throughout the following school year

Sakura Becomes a More Seasoned Cardcaptor

Sakura masters new magic, strengthens relationships, and matures as a cardcaptor and person.