Line #38 Heartwarming/CardCaptorSakura


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2	[[caption-width-right:347: From now on we'll be together forever]]
3	''Manga/CardCaptorSakura'' is essentially a SugarWiki/SweetDreamsFuel incarnate, expect to see a lot of sweet moments especially with Sakura and other characters.
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6	!!The first manga series and anime:
7	* Episode 15 has Kero's friendship with Akane, a young girl who took him in thinking he was a stray animal. Although he wants to return home, he just can't bring himself to leave such a young girl home by herself and grows to care for her. When a television drama upsets Akane by reminding her of her recently deceased father, Kero quickly turns it off and does a silly dance to cheer her up. Later when the Float card carries her high into the sky he goes full PapaWolf and chases after her to the point of nearly falling from the sky in exhaustion, and then [[CatchAFallingStar dives to catch her]] once it's captured. They even get a happy farewell when Akane and her mother move elsewhere at the end of the episode.
8	* The ending of episode 22 of the anime. Sakura spent most of the episode trying to help out with chores so that her dad could finish her research paper, but upon capturing the card of the week, she accidentally breaks his computer, resulting in all that work being lost. A defeated Sakura is left TakingTheHeat and breaks down sobbing at letting him down. And yet her dad is not angry, but takes her home to cheer her up. The next day, he even decides to stay home to work rather than go to his university office and reaffirms that with Sakura's help, they can finish the paper together. Awwwww...What a nice guy!
9	* The ending of episode 25 "Double Take". After the Mirror Card had lured Touya off a cliff, he reveals that he knew she was not his sister the entire time (he thinks she's a ghost with unfinished business wearing Sakura's form). The Mirror becomes guilt-stricken when he explains he was simply trying to help her. Then, after being captured, the Mirror sheds a tear and apologizes before returning to card form.
10	** They meet again in episode 39. Sakura uses Mirror to sneak out of the house since she's sick and Touya was caring for her. He immediately knows it's not his sister, but doesn't say so until after Mirror has her fill of the food he made for Sakura. He thanks her for keeping it a secret and pats her on the head before leaving, and the smile she still has when Sakura returns speaks volumes.
11	* Episode 30, the Dash Cards' friendship with Rei. It even increases Rei's speed as a way of thanks. It's the first time we see a Clow Card form an actual friendship with someone with no magical powers. Then at Rei's competition, Syaoran let's her catch sight of Dash one last time, inspiring her after she thought it had run away and win the race.
12	* Probably the first time Syaoran is unambiguously gentle and kind in tone towards Sakura is episode 36. After losing her present from Yukito (a watch) in the frenzy of capturing the previous card, Sakura breaks down in tears. When Kero senses the awkward moment and leaves, Syaoran is left alone to console her, eventually softly offering to help find the watch for her. She wipes her tears and sweetly calls Syaoran very kind, leading to one of his first {{Luminescent Blush}}es directed at her.
13	** A smaller one but straight afterwards, after someone comes up behind the two, Syaoran instantly [[GoThroughMe darts protectively in front of Sakura.]] It was just Ms Kaho with Sakura's watch (which is also heartwarming) but the gesture was there.
14	* After having her voice stolen by the Voice card in episode 37, Tomoyo is believed to be sick by her kind but very {{workaholic}} mother Sonomi, who rushes home and dotes over her lovingly. Tomoyo gives a surprised reaction for a moment, before smiling and hugging her mother.
15	** After seeing Sakura tearful over what has happened to Tomoyo, Syaoran promises to help get her voice back for her. [[IWasJustPassingThrough He quickly backtracks and insists he's only doing it to get the card]], but Sakura doesn't fall for it.
16	* In episode 39, after Sakura is too sick to handle the card herself, Syaoran and Meiling provide a BigDamnHeroes moment. The card is granted to Syaoran who had to do most of the work, but he gives it to Sakura out of sympathy. Nadeshiko's spirit then relieves Sakura's high fever, along with Touya getting to talk with her again.
17	* In episode 41 Sakura wakes up ''very'' early so she can do rehearsals for the play with Syaoran. When she goes downstairs, not only is Touya already awake (despite having no morning practice and thus could have slept in) but he has breakfast ready for Sakura. Not only that but he sits with her and eats breakfast with her. Just another moment of Touya being a softie big brother.
18	* Episode 53, after the Dash goes nuts from Sakura's failed attempt to transform it, it tries to run using a nearby bike. Sakura uses the Loop to prevent it from going far, the catch? Everytime Dash is forced through the loop Sakura stands waiting with a friendly smile and open arms.
19	** And when she finally grabs it, [[CooldownHug she hugs it tight]] and nurtures it until it stops struggling, eventually calming and licking Sakura before obediently returning to it's card. Events like these demonstrate how perfectly suited Sakura is to being the Clow Card's new master. [[BenevolentBoss She's plenty firm in preventing them from causing trouble but also plenty affectionate]].
20	* The ending of episode 57 where Syaoran, for the first time in his life calls [[SayMyName Sakura by her name when she falls off from the elevator]]. Sakura is so happy that after coming home, she requests that [[FirstNameBasis Syaoran be called by his first name instead of Li]], a name used only by his family. It is a clear sign of a RelationshipUpgrade between the two.
21	* In episode 64, Syaoran makes one last attempt to play the cold, aloof act towards Sakura. She informs him it is far too late for that:
22	-->'''Sakura:''' ''giggles'' You always act like that, but it's never true.
23	-->'''Syaoran:''' What makes you say that?
24	-->'''Sakura:''' I know you. Syaoran-kun, you're a NiceGuy.
25	-->''[[LuminescentBlush Syaoran turns bright red]]''
26	* The beginning of Volume 10 of the manga and in episode 65, right after the power transfer. Yue hears Sakura crying; she blames herself for not realizing that Yukito/Yue was disappearing and for not being powerful enough to support him. Yue, who had originally told her she was too weak to be the master of the Clow Cards, [[WhenHeSmiles smiles for the very first time]], kneels down to comfort her and dry her tears and tell her that it's only natural and not her fault that she's not as strong as Clow was.
27	** Keep in mind prior to this point, Sakura was perfectly convinced Touya was little more than BigBrotherBully, being a rare target of her cynicism and contempt. She's not just upset because she almost failed Yukito/Yue, but also because [[JerkassRealization she had so greatly misjudged her brother]] and how much he cared about her, something she vows to make up for afterwards.
28	** Any time Yue shows his softer side, really. He seems cold and haughty, but as Sakura herself says, he's as kind as Yukito at heart. So when he's willing to show real kindness, it shows just how much he's come to care for Sakura.
29	** In the manga, the moment is even longer. After Sakura vows to protect Touya but before they sense Clow's presence, Yue just goes full Tsundere on her:
30	--->'''Sakura:''' You're very kind.
31	--->'''Yue:''' Who?
32	--->'''Sakura:''' [starting to smile] You are, Yue-san.
33	--->'''Yue:''' You and your brother say such strange things. First I resemble my temporary form... now I'm kind...
34	--->'''Sakura:''' No... you ''are'' like Yukito-san. You're exactly the same.
35	--->'''Yue:''' [disgruntled and disbelieving] How so?
36	--->'''Sakura:''' [full-on teary smile] In every way.
37	* Touya sacrificing his powers to save Yukito. [[YaoiFangirl Awww!!!]]
38	** In particular there's this dialogue between him and Yue. Never has NOT having magical powers been so awesome.
39	--->'''Yue (paraphrased):''' You know, you'll have to give up your sixth sense to do it. You won't be able to see your mother anymore.\
40	'''Touya:''' (''calmly'') It's not fair that I'm the only one who can see her anyway.
41	*** Considering how much fuss is made over ''lacking'' magic in the series, it's really sweet that Touya gives it up so readily to save Yukito.
42	** As an added bonus, the understated way you can ''tell'' Toya is good for both Yukito and Yue: when Touya comments on how Yue is alike Yukito that's the ''moment'' where you can see that it won't be Sakura who gets him. Why? Because Sakura can't see the similarities, but Touya is more than willing to accept ALL of Yukito/Yue.
43	* Nearly the entirety of Episode 67, after being comforted by Syaoran after being rejected by Yukito, Sakura is insistent on showing her thanks in some manner, devoting several sleepless nights to making him a scarf. In particular her shyly presenting him his gift (with Syaoran's [[LuminescentBlush expected reaction]]) is exceptionally touching. While most Sakura and Syaoran episodes were placed from Syaoran's perspective and his overwhelming infatuation with her, this takes place largely from Sakura's point of view, showing how greatly her opinion and relationship with Syaoran has changed, from an intimidating arrogant [[TheRival rival]] to a gentle close friend who's very presence tends to bring her happiness.
44	* Right after Touya gives Yukito/Yue his powers, Yukito gently turns down Sakura's love confession, and Syaoran comforts Sakura over it, Sakura invites Syaoran, Tomoyo, Touya, and Yukito all to a festival at the Tsukimine shrine. It's nothing but heartwarming to see the five of them, so close to the end of the story, spending time together now that almost everything is out in the open-- the only secret left is that Syaoran is in love with Sakura, and she's really the only one who doesn't know. Sakura makes a gift for Syaoran (a scarf in the anime and a yukata in the manga) to thank him for his kindness, Touya gently disabuses Yukito of the idea that Sakura will be upset with him or that the loss of Touya's magic is anything to feel guilty over, Syaoran decides not to confess to spare Sakura the pain of causing him pain, and Tomoyo's just happy to film Sakura in a yukata. Sakura and Syaoran team up to transform a couple more cards, Touya is forced to buy everyone drinks, and when the electricity is knocked out by a magical attack, Sakura uses the Glow card to help the festival continue. It's a simple, sweet last hurrah for the characters to show just how far they've come.
45	* Essentially ANY moment between Sakura and Syaoran in later episodes as the latter becomes more and more infatuated with the former. Granted they often act as a severe YankTheDogsChain as he fails to reveal his feelings for her, but he at least succeeds in endearing himself to Sakura a little more and gaining a stronger bond each time.
46	** Any rare case Sakura blushes back at Syaoran. When he makes her a cake following her HeroicRROD transforming a card for example, or when she hands him the scarf she made as a thank you for comforting her. It gives at least some implication the crush wasn't totally one sided beforehand.
47	* This sweet exchange between Sakura and The Light card:
48	--> '''Sakura:''' I'm glowing! That's it! That's why I can see myself in darkness! \
49	(''The Light Card appears'')\
50	'''Sakura:''' Are you a Clow Card?\
51	'''The Light:''' Yes, Sakura. I've been there in your heart since the seal on the Clow Book was broken.\
52	'''Sakura:''' And now, you've been set free?\
53	'''The Light:''' It was ''you'' who ''set'' me free when you didn't give up, even in the darkness. You acknowledged and released me. Here's a question: What can brighten the night sky and dispel the darkness?\
54	'''Sakura:''' Light!
55	* In the manga, after Fujitaka receives his rightful share of Clow Reed's powers from Eriol, he sees Nadeshiko's spirit. After a moment of shock they embrace for the first time in years.
56	* Watching Touya and the Mirror enjoy their time out shopping was cute.
57	** The next time Mirror is returned to card form, she's wearing the ribbons Touya bought for her.
58	* Surely every time Tomoyo gets to sing has to be heartwarming.
59	* The part where Yamazaki is telling one of his stories about sloths to Syaoran...getting him to smile for the very first time in the series.
60	* Sakura and Syaoran share pinky promises in the last few episodes, just to show how playful and trusting their relationship has become.
61	* Meiling, though arrogant and clingy, serves well as a MoralityPet and FanOfTheUnderdog to Syaoran in the anime. While Syaoran spent most of his time as TheRival to Sakura alone in the manga, Meiling assists and dotes over him endlessly in the anime. While he doesn't always enjoy this company, it's blatant from the start he cares about her very much, meaning from an earlier point we see he is a JerkWithAHeartOfGold.
62	* In hindsight, Syaoran and Meiling's treatment as whole. They are essentially [[CommanderContrarian cynical and temperamental intruders]] in an idealised Suetopia, archetypes that are usually isolated and [[TheComplainerIsAlwaysWrong constantly told they are wrong]]. Despite this Sakura and Tomoyo always trust them and treat them kindly. They constantly invite them to tag along in fun past times and social events and any contribution they make they make sure they get gratitude and praise for it. The two are never demanded to change how they feel or keep their opinions to themselves, they are won over solely with love and kindness.
63	** The sheer fact that, by around Season Three, Sakura always seems so overwhelmingly happy to see Syaoran and have him around, despite him still being [[TheEeyore a thoroughly pessimistic and humourless guy]] at face value.
64	* Apparently Touya hates Syaoran because he knows that he will eventually take his little sister Sakura from him. Yet when he realizes that Sakura desperately wants to see a departing Syaoran, he does not hesitate to use his motor to catch up to him. He also give food for a sick Syaoran when Sakura wants to visit his apartment. It shows that he may dislike the brat but deep down, he actually likes the "brat". The prequel to the ''Clear Card'' anime luckily still adapts this scene.
65	* The clip ending of final episode, the title song in the background is what makes the impact.
66	* [[https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/ccsmangaending_4870.jpg The manga ending, of course!]].
67	* The ending of the second movie. Sakura finally corners the card and tries to change it, resigned to the fact that this will take away her feelings for Syaoran, even though she hasn't told him how she feels yet. As soon as she finishes the spell, the card chooses Syaoran to lose his feelings (he happens to make it in time for a HeroicSacrifice). He tells her it'll be alright, that he'll fall in love with her again. The card makes its move, and Sakura is left crying because Syaoran's feelings are gone. The new card, The Hope, tells her not to cry, that everything is okay. She dries her tears and tells Syaoran that she loves him. Its totally heartbreaking, until Syaoran replies that he loves her, too. The card didn't take away his feelings after all! And then, the sun comes up and everything starts returning to normal. The cherry on top is when Sakura leaps across the hole in the floor and into Syaoran's arms shouting "I love you!" Oh yeah, just to make this even better is [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqo7boxAO_Q Ashita e no Melody]] playing.
68	** The cliffhanger of the ''The Sealed Card ending'' is averted ''with special mention'' by a [[SideStoryBonusArt special poster released along with the film]], showing Sakura [[http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/ccs/images/6/6e/The_Sealed_Card_Ending_Bonus_Poster_Sakura_Syaoran_Hug.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20111130201509 making the leap successfully right into Syaoran's arms]] in the most heartwarming moment in the whole series.

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