"The smartest person in the room isn't the loudest. They're the one watching everyone else."
TRACE (7R4C3) is an original animated science fiction espionage thriller that explores the intersection of technology, identity, and the choices that define us.
When a gifted young hacker known only as Trace uncovers fragments of a hidden digital network, she is drawn into a world operating beyond public knowledge. As secrets buried for decades begin to surface, she finds herself caught between powerful organizations, brilliant operatives, and a conspiracy that reaches further than anyone imagined.
In a world where every answer reveals a deeper mystery, trust becomes a luxury, truth becomes a weapon, and curiosity may be the most dangerous force of all.
Blending intelligent storytelling, compelling characters, and a grounded vision of cyber espionage, TRACE (7R4C3) is a character-driven series about the pursuit of truth, the weight of responsibility, and the enduring belief that even the smallest discovery can change the world.
TRACE is a brilliant self-taught hacker whose relentless curiosity uncovers a hidden world operating beyond public view. As every answer leads to deeper mysteries, she is forced to question not only the truth around her—but the identity she thought was her own.
Aurora Trader is the enigmatic Director of the Directorate, a woman whose calm leadership and unwavering sense of responsibility have shaped the organization for decades. She rarely raises her voice, yet her quiet presence influences every decision and every life within the world of TRACE.
Brookes (The Catcher) known simply as Brookes. He is a veteran intelligence operative respected for his wisdom, compassion, and ability to see people rather than problems. As mentor, investigator, and protector, he often becomes the steady hand guiding others through impossible choices.
Gifted, disciplined, and endlessly competitive, Lyric is one of the Directorate's most accomplished operatives. She approaches every pursuit with precision and grace, seeing every challenge as an opportunity to test her skills against the very best.
Driven by discipline and unwavering ambition, Phantom believes that difficult decisions are often the necessary ones. His pursuit of order and success places him on a path where control may come at a greater cost than anyone realizes.
Adaptable and resourceful, Avalanche thrives in situations where others struggle to find their footing. Calm under pressure and quick to evolve, she embodies the idea that survival belongs to those willing to reinvent themselves.
A gifted cyber specialist, Aqua feels as comfortable navigating digital networks as most people do walking city streets. Quiet and thoughtful, she uncovers patterns hidden beneath oceans of information that others never notice.
Always observing, Watchmen serves as one of the Directorate's most trusted analysts. Patient and methodical, he understands that the smallest detail can reveal the largest truth.
Reliable, disciplined, and decisive, Dead Arrow is a seasoned field operative who believes preparation is the key to survival. When situations become unpredictable, he is the person others trust to remain focused.
Sentinel is the Directorate's Director of Internal Affairs, entrusted with protecting the organization's integrity through impartial investigation and unwavering accountability. Respected for his calm judgment and commitment to the truth, he serves as a reminder that no one—not even the Director—is above scrutiny.
Warm, approachable, and deeply empathetic, Liberty reminds those around her that trust is often the most powerful tool of all. Her ability to connect with people offers a different kind of strength within a world built on secrets.
As First Minister, Ariana Gabrielle carries the weight of leadership in an increasingly uncertain world. Committed to accountability and hope, she must navigate difficult choices while confronting truths that challenge everything she believes.
Hidden behind an ordinary apartment door lies Trace's digital sanctuary. Filled with custom-built computers, glowing monitors, and years of self-taught ingenuity, it is where curiosity first begins to unravel a conspiracy hidden beneath the surface of everyday life.
Operating beyond public knowledge, the Directorate is an elite intelligence organization dedicated to protecting national security against threats few people ever know exist. Behind its quiet professionalism lies a world where every decision can shape the future.
At the heart of the Directorate lies Origin, the world's most advanced intelligence network. More than technology, Origin is the foundation upon which countless investigations, operations, and decisions are built—its true capabilities known only to a select few.
Integrity is protected from within by the Directorate's Internal Affairs Division. Independent and impartial, it ensures that accountability remains at the core of every operation, regardless of rank or authority.
The digital battlefield is constantly evolving. The Cyber Operations Division defends critical systems, investigates cyber threats, and uncovers hidden patterns buried within vast oceans of information.
Every major operation begins here. Combining intelligence, strategy, and real-time analysis, the Situation Room serves as the Directorate's central command during moments when every second matters.
Beneath layers of security rests the Directorate Archives, preserving decades of classified intelligence, historical records, and forgotten operations. Within its shelves are answers to questions few have ever dared to ask
Before becoming operatives, every recruit is tested in mind, character, and discipline. The Directorate Training Facility develops the skills required to confront challenges where intelligence often proves more valuable than force.
Overlooking the Directorate headquarters, the Observation Deck offers a rare place for reflection amid constant responsibility. For some, it is where difficult decisions are made. For others, it is where perspective is found.
The Office of The First Minister stands at the intersection of public leadership and unseen responsibility. As national events unfold, its decisions often ripple far beyond what the public can ever see.
On the surface, The Vault is an upscale café and technology lounge frequented by programmers, entrepreneurs, university students, and cybersecurity professionals. Beneath its modern design and relaxed atmosphere, it has become one of the city's unofficial gathering places for the hacker community.
Gabrielle House is the private residence of First Minister Ariana Gabrielle. Far removed from the cameras and political headlines, it is a place where difficult decisions are weighed with quiet reflection rather than public debate.
