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

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the quest to uncover the sinister group known as the Butterfly Collector is as intriguing as it is challenging. The wider conflict in the game may be gripping, but the hunt for this enigmatic faction adds a thrilling layer to your adventure. If you're eager to track down the Butterfly Collector and its members, let us guide you through this captivating questline.

The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

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Your journey begins in the bustling city of Osaka, nestled in the heart of Izumi Settsu. As you explore, you'll encounter a woman discussing a game of hunting origami butterflies. These large paper butterflies, often found pinned to tree trunks with real butterflies fluttering nearby, are your first clue. Collecting them leads you to discover ominous notes hinting at the true nature of the Butterfly Collector—a secret society of women intent on kidnapping children from affluent families to amass power and influence.

This nefarious plot must be stopped, and your mission is to track down all five members of this faction within the game.

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

To locate these targets, you'll need to follow geographical clues, but we've got you covered with specific locations to streamline your search.

Shucho

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Shucho's carelessness provides your entry point. She lost the child she kidnapped in the Fishermen’s District at the southeastern tip of Osaka. Dressed in green, she's frantically searching at an intersection. Confront her with Naoe’s blade or Yasuke’s weapons, then rescue the child hiding behind nearby horses.

Mucho

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Head northwest across the bridge from Shucho's location to the Kojo ruins. Mucho poses as a family jochu to get close to her targets. You'll find her struggling with a child on the road south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to approach, then deal with Mucho's unprovoked attack. Escort the child back to her mother and continue your mission.

Richo

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Richo, a young woman who pretends to be of higher standing, frequents a bamboo grove in Noda Village, just north of Osaka across the water. Local gossip about a suspicious woman leads you here. Dressed in pink, Richo is checking on a ransom payment. Take her down stealthily or in combat, then rescue the child she's holding.

Kacho

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After dealing with the previous three targets, you'll confront Kacho, the leader of the Butterfly Collector. Her cult-like control over her followers makes her a formidable opponent. Located just north of Nishinomaru Garden west of Osaka Castle, this restricted area requires caution. Look for a flurry of butterflies to find her. Engage in conversation, then prepare for a deadly fight. Kacho's demise leaves one final member to address.

Gamemaker

The Gamemaker initiated your quest with the origami butterfly hunt. Return to her marked location on the map to make a crucial decision. As a former victim, she created the game to expose the Butterfly Collector and save others. Whether you choose to punish her or allow her a new beginning is up to you. Opting for the latter lets her start anew with a new name and life.

Your decision concludes the Butterfly Collector storyline, earning you 5,500 XP toward your next level.

And that's how you find and dismantle the Butterfly Collector faction in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more tips and assistance with the game, be sure to explore The Escapist.

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