"Discover Butterfly Collectors in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Locations and Methods"

In the intricate world of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, uncovering the mysteries of the Butterfly Collector faction adds a thrilling layer to your journey. This questline, which kicks off in the bustling city of Osaka, central to Izumi Settsu, introduces you to a seemingly innocent game of hunting origami butterflies. As you ride through the city, you'll encounter a lady discussing this playful hunt, but as you collect these large paper butterflies pinned to tree trunks, you'll soon discover that the Butterfly Collector is anything but harmless.

The Butterfly Collector is a covert group of women with sinister intentions, aiming to kidnap children from affluent families to gain power and influence. Your mission is clear: thwart their nefarious plans by tracking down all five members of this faction.

The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

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How and Where To Find All Butterfly Collector Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

To locate these elusive targets, you'll need to follow geographical clues scattered throughout the game. Here's a detailed guide to help you track down each member of the Butterfly Collector faction:

Shucho

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Shucho's carelessness leads you to her. She has lost the child she kidnapped in the Fishermen’s District at the southeastern tip of Osaka. Look for a woman in green frantically searching at an intersection. Confront her with either Naoe's blade or Yasuke's brute force, and then rescue the child hiding behind some nearby horses.

Mucho

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From Shucho's location, head northwest across the bridge to the Kojo ruins. Mucho has been posing as a family jochu to get close to her targets. You'll find her struggling with a child on the road just south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to approach her, and when she attacks, take her down. Escort the child back to her mother, then continue your hunt.

Richo

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Richo, a young woman pretending to be of higher social standing, frequents a bamboo grove in Noda Village, just across the water at the northern end of Osaka. You may hear rumors about her suspicious activities. Find her dressed in pink within the grove, and decide whether to take her down stealthily or through combat. Rescue the child she's holding captive.

Kacho

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After dealing with the previous members, you'll confront Kacho, the leader of the Butterfly Collector. She's located north of the Nishinomaru Garden, west of Osaka Castle, in a restricted zone. Be cautious as you approach; the presence of numerous butterflies will signal you're in the right area. Engage her in conversation, then prepare for a fierce battle to the death. Her demise will reveal the final piece of the puzzle.

Gamemaker

The Gamemaker initiated this hunt with the origami butterfly game. Return to her location on the map to make a crucial decision. As a former victim, she created this game to expose the Butterfly Collector's activities and save others from her fate. You can choose to punish her for her involvement or allow her a chance at redemption. Opting for the latter will let her assume a new identity and start anew.

By making your choice, you'll dismantle the Butterfly Collector faction and earn 5,500 XP toward your next level.

That's how you can effectively track down the Butterfly Collector and its members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and guides, be sure to check out The Escapist.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.*