On Friday, the world got its first glimpse of Project Sakura Wars: the latest entry into the historic Sakura Wars franchise. With an all-new cast and a 1940s setting, there was a lot to take in, for newcomers and series veterans alike.

But, really, with just a 2:07 run time, how many easter eggs and clever nods could the team really fit into the promo? Armed with my years of franchise knowledge, some coffee, and a healthy dose of sheer fangirl energy, I set off to catalog everything I could in the early hours of the morning. I managed to catch dozens of references and easter eggs, and a several helpful Twitter folks pointed out a few super deep cuts that even I missed. So, for now, kick back, relax, and prepare to get into the Taisho spirit, as we go through the references.

The Trailer

Format

The Analysis is presented in a linear order. Each item will be presented as “[Timestamp] Description.” So, if an item starts at the minute mark, it would be “[1:00] Something happens here.”