Mon Sep 30 03:19:20 UTC 2024: ## Ruby Dancing Takes Over the Internet: Anime Meme Goes Viral
A simple dance move from the anime “Oshi no Ko” has taken the internet by storm, inspiring a viral animation trend known as “Ruby Dancing.” The trend, which started with a transparent GIF of the character Ruby Hoshino performing the dance, has led to a surge of fan-made animations featuring various anime characters replicating the move.
The trend began in early September when the official “Oshi no Ko” account on X (formerly Twitter) posted a GIF of Ruby performing the dance. The GIF quickly went viral, accumulating over 15 million views and 93,000 likes.
This inspired countless other animators and artists to create their own versions of the “Ruby Dance,” featuring characters from popular anime like “Honkai Star Rail” and “Bocchi the Rock.” One particularly popular GIF, featuring Kita from “Bocchi the Rock” performing the dance, garnered over 141,000 likes in just three weeks.
The “Ruby Dancing” trend highlights the power of simple, easily replicable animations in fostering online engagement. The popularity of the trend showcases the passion of anime fans and their creative energy, transforming a seemingly insignificant dance move into a viral sensation.
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