>>279998241
>But then how do Sakura and Toya have Magical Powers in the first place dumbass?
Clow and his family are not the only people in the world who have magic. It's stated in the plot (through Kero chan and Yue) that Clow just created his own brand of magic. And Sakura became the inheritor of that magic. This is why Li is initially so upset. Since being a direct descendant, he felt like he was suppose to inherit it.

Also, I can't remember the exact episode, but there's the whole thing where they reveal that Sakura felt all lovey-dovey towards Yukito both because of his moon magic but also because he reminded her of her dad. And Eriol says there's a reason for that, though he doesn't elaborate. This is implying her dad has some connection to Clow.
>>279998301
I'm currently rewatching it myself right now. On episode 31. Some episodes are even better than I remember. Others are a little slow, but still fun. The biggest thing is they retain the tone and slice of life that made them good.

Only real difference I see since watching them years ago is that the situations with the cards are so over-the-top at times. But it doesn't really matter since the cards are the B plot.