In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the intrigue goes beyond the main conflict, delving into side plots that are equally compelling. If you're on the trail of the Butterfly Collector and its members, we're here to guide you through this intricate questline.
The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained
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Your journey with the Butterfly Collector begins in Osaka, centrally located in Izumi Settsu. Here, you'll encounter a woman in the town center discussing a game involving origami butterflies. As you explore Osaka, you'll discover these large paper butterflies pinned to tree trunks, surrounded by real butterflies, each holding a clue to a more sinister plot.
The Butterfly Collector is revealed to be a covert group of women involved in the abduction of children from affluent families, aiming to gain power and influence. Your mission is to dismantle this faction, which consists of five members, to prevent their nefarious activities from continuing.
How and Where To Find All Butterfly Collector Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, locating the Butterfly Collector members involves deciphering geographical hints. We'll streamline your search by pinpointing their exact locations.
Shucho
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Shucho's carelessness leads you to the Fishermen’s District in southeast Osaka, where she's lost a kidnapped child. Dressed in green, she's frantically searching at an intersection. Dispatch her with Naoe’s blade or Yasuke’s weapons, then rescue the child hiding nearby behind some horses.
Mucho
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Head northwest from Shucho's location, crossing the bridge to the Kojo ruins. Mucho, posing as a family jochu, is struggling with a child on the road south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to your advantage, then confront Mucho, who will attack you. Defeat her and reunite the child with her mother.
Richo
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Richo, a young woman pretending to be of higher status, can be found in the bamboo grove at Noda Village, north of Osaka across the water. Dressed in pink, she's checking on a ransom payment. Take her down and rescue the kidnapped child.
Kacho
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After dealing with the previous members, you'll confront Kacho, the leader, just north of Nishinomaru Garden, west of Osaka Castle. This is a restricted area, so approach cautiously. When you see numerous butterflies, you're close. Engage Kacho in dialogue, then prepare for a lethal confrontation.
Gamemaker
Finally, revisit the Gamemaker, who initiated the butterfly hunt. She's a former victim who created the game to expose the Butterfly Collector's activities. You'll face a moral dilemma: punish her for her involvement or grant her a chance to start anew. Your choice will conclude the Butterfly Collector storyline, rewarding you with 5,500 XP.
By following these steps, you'll successfully uncover and dismantle the Butterfly Collector faction in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more assistance with the game, explore resources at The Escapist.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
