In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the quest to uncover the Butterfly Collector and its members is a thrilling journey filled with intrigue and action. This particular storyline unfolds in the bustling city of Osaka, located in the central part of Izumi Settsu. Your adventure begins when you encounter a woman in the heart of the city, discussing a game of hunting down origami butterflies. As you explore Osaka, you'll come across these large paper butterflies, pinned to tree trunks and surrounded by fluttering real butterflies.
Collecting these butterflies leads you to discover disturbing notes, revealing that the Butterfly Collector is far from a harmless group. It's a secret society of women involved in the sinister act of kidnapping children from wealthy families to gain power and influence. Your mission is clear: you must stop them. The faction consists of five members, each requiring your attention and skill to locate and confront.
The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained
How and Where To Find All Butterfly Collector Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
To locate the members of the Butterfly Collector, you'll need to follow geographical clues, but we've got you covered with precise locations to streamline your search.
Shucho
Shucho's carelessness provides your entry point into the group. 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. Use Naoe’s blade or Yasuke’s weapons to take her down, then rescue the child hiding behind nearby horses.
Mucho
Head northwest from Shucho's location, crossing the bridge to reach the Kojo ruins. Mucho, disguised as a family jochu, is struggling with her target on the road just south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to your advantage, and when Mucho attacks, eliminate her. Escort the child back to her mother before moving on to the next target.
Richo
Richo, a young woman who pretends to be of higher standing, can be found in the bamboo grove at the northern end of Osaka, specifically in Noda Village across the water. She's dressed in pink and checking on a ransom payment. Approach her stealthily or engage in combat to take her down and rescue the child she's holding.
Kacho
After dealing with the previous targets, 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 zone. Look for a spot with many butterflies to find her. Engage her in conversation, then prepare for a deadly fight. Kacho will not reveal her true identity and will meet her end by your hand.
Gamemaker
Finally, return to the Gamemaker, who initiated the butterfly collecting quest. As a former victim, she created the game hoping someone would solve the mystery and save others. You now face a choice: punish her for her involvement or allow her to start anew. Choosing the latter lets her adopt a new name and life. Make your decision, and the Butterfly Collector faction will be dismantled, earning you 5,500 XP toward your next level.
That's how you can find and deal with 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.*
