In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the quest to uncover the secrets of the Butterfly Collector is as intriguing as it is challenging. This group, shrouded in mystery, operates within the bustling city of Osaka, located in the central part of Izumi Settsu. Your journey begins with a seemingly innocent game of hunting down origami butterflies, which you'll encounter scattered throughout the city, often pinned to tree trunks with real butterflies fluttering nearby.

As you collect these paper butterflies, you'll uncover disturbing notes hinting at the true nature of the Butterfly Collector—a sinister faction of women intent on kidnapping children from wealthy families to amass power and influence. This revelation sets you on a path to thwart their plans by tracking down and confronting each member of this nefarious group.

In total, there are five members of the Butterfly Collector faction you need to locate and deal with in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. Each member can be found using geographical clues scattered throughout the game, guiding you to their locations within Osaka.

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 assist you in your quest, here's a detailed guide on how to find each member of the Butterfly Collector faction in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*:

Shucho

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Shucho's carelessness leads you to her. She lost the child she kidnapped in the Fishermen’s District at the southeastern tip of Osaka. Look for her dressed in green, frantically searching at an intersection. Confront her with either Naoe’s blade or Yasuke’s weapons, then rescue the child hiding behind 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 your advantage, engage Mucho in combat, and then escort the child back to their mother.

Richo

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Richo, a young woman part of the group, disguises herself as someone of higher standing but speaks like a peasant. You'll hear rumors of a suspicious woman in and out of a bamboo grove. Head to the northern end of Osaka, specifically Noda Village across the water, to find her. Inside the grove, you'll encounter Richo dressed in pink. Confront her, either stealthily or in combat, and rescue the kidnapped child.

Kacho

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After dealing with the previous three targets, you'll uncover Kacho, the leader of the Butterfly Collector. She's a formidable opponent, having instilled fear and maintained control over her followers. Find her just north of Nishinomaru Garden, west of Osaka Castle, in a restricted zone. Be cautious as you approach; a flurry of butterflies will signal her presence. Engage her in conversation, then prepare for a deadly confrontation. Kacho will fight to the death, leaving one last task to complete.

Gamemaker

Finally, return to the Gamemaker, who initiated the butterfly collecting quest. She's a former victim who created the game to expose the Butterfly Collector and save others from her fate. At her location, marked on the map, you'll face a moral choice: punish her for her involvement or allow her a chance to start anew with a new identity. Your decision will conclude the Butterfly Collector storyline, earning you 5,500 XP toward the next level.

This comprehensive guide should help you navigate the intricate web of the Butterfly Collector faction in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more assistance with the game, be sure to explore resources available on The Escapist.

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