In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the quest for the Butterfly Collector faction unfolds a gripping narrative that transcends the game's broader conflict. If you're on a mission to unravel the secrets of this mysterious group and its members, let us guide you through the process.

The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

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The journey to uncover the Butterfly Collector begins in Osaka, located in the central part of Izumi Settsu. Here, you'll encounter a woman in the town center who speaks of a game involving origami butterflies. As you explore Osaka, you'll find these large paper butterflies pinned to tree trunks, surrounded by real butterflies. Collecting them leads to the discovery of sinister notes, revealing that the Butterfly Collector is not just a game but a secret society of women with a dark agenda: kidnapping children from affluent families to gain power and influence.

Your mission is clear: stop this nefarious group. The Butterfly Collector faction comprises five members, each with their own story and location within the game.

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

Locating the members of the Butterfly Collector involves following geographical clues, but we'll make it easier by pinpointing their exact locations.

Shucho

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Shucho's carelessness becomes your advantage. She lost a kidnapped child in the Fishermen’s District, at the southeastern tip of Osaka. Dressed in green, she can be found frantically searching at an intersection. Dispatch her with Naoe’s blade or Yasuke’s weapons, then rescue the child hiding behind nearby horses.

Mucho

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Head northwest from Shucho's location, crossing the bridge to reach the Kojo ruins. Mucho, posing as a family jochu, is struggling with her target on the road south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to approach her, then eliminate her when she attacks. Return the child to her mother and continue your hunt.

Richo

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Richo, a young woman masquerading as someone of higher standing, frequents a bamboo grove in Noda Village, north of Osaka across the water. Locals may mention a suspicious woman entering and exiting the grove. Find her dressed in pink within the grove, take her down, and rescue her latest victim.

Kacho

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After neutralizing the previous three members, you'll confront Kacho, the leader of the Butterfly Collector. She's located just north of the Nishinomaru Garden, west of Osaka Castle, in a restricted area. Be cautious as you approach; the presence of many butterflies will signal her location. Engage her in conversation before the inevitable battle, and end her reign of fear.

Gamemaker

Finally, revisit the Gamemaker, the woman who initiated the butterfly collection quest. As a former victim, she created the game to expose the Butterfly Collector and save others. You must decide her fate: punishment for her involvement or a chance at redemption. Choosing the latter allows her to start anew with a different identity.

Once you've dealt with all members, the Butterfly Collector faction will be dismantled, earning you 5,500 XP toward the next level.

This guide provides the best way to locate and confront the Butterfly Collector and its members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For further assistance, explore resources at The Escapist.

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