ソ瑠璃(soruly)

ソ瑠璃 (soruly), creator of trace.moe, is a pioneering figure in the anime technology space. Launched in August 2016, trace.moe is a sophisticated anime scene search engine capable of identifying anime, episode, and precise timestamp from a single screenshot. This impressive feat is achieved through an index of over 700 million frames of anime, showcasing soruly's dedication and technical expertise. The project has garnered a dedicated community, boasting 119 total members and 23 paid patrons. While the exact financial success varies, current estimates place earnings between $24 and $2,400, demonstrating a growing impact and engagement. Unlike other anime-related creators, soruly focuses on a unique, highly technical contribution to the anime community: a powerful and precise search engine that serves as an invaluable resource for fans and researchers alike. The sustained growth in both members and – to a lesser extent – financial support indicates a valuable and continuously improving service.