Ray Effects for Trapcode from Red Giant is an extension for the After Effects plugin Trapcode Shine that adds 50 presets for light ray effects based on themes including, earth, sky, water, and fire, plus a range of everyday expressions. The presets come as .ffx files, which are compatible with After Effects, version CS3 or later, that have Trapcode Shine installed.
Use Blaze, Electricity, or Awakening to create energetic effects
To add punch, use Pow!, Comic, Tunnel, or Into the Light
For a softer touch, use Moonrise, Cave, or Heavenly Violet
Create targeted light beams with Beam, Electricity, and Laser Pointer
To add a high-temperature feel, use Heat, Blaze, or Sahara
For public service-oriented themes, consider Firefighter and Green Beret