how can i create an effect like this

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the_maven

Easier way is using krita, gimp, inkscape, etc. and create separated images of the image you posted.
Then in the AnimationPlayer you can set each image to succeed in time or by a Signal.

some links:
https://docs.godotengine.org/en/latest/tutorials/animation/introduction.html