How do I unlock the Legendary Animals map in the story?

To unlock the Legendary Animals map in Red Dead Redemption 2, you must progress through the main story until you reach Chapter 2. This is when the game introduces you to hunting mechanics and the concept of Legendary Animals. The key mission that unlocks the map is ''The Pride of the Creator,'' which is given by Hosea Matthews, one of the members of the Van der Linde gang. This mission is essential for accessing the Legendary Animals and their unique rewards.\n\nDuring ''The Pride of the Creator,'' Hosea will take you on a hunting trip to track and hunt the Legendary Bear. This mission serves as a tutorial for hunting Legendary Animals and introduces you to the mechanics of tracking, studying, and killing these rare creatures. After completing the mission, Hosea will give you the Legendary Animal Map, which marks the locations of all Legendary Animals in the game world. This map is crucial for planning your hunts and ensuring you don''t miss any of these valuable targets.\n\nTo start the mission, head to Horseshoe Overlook, the gang''s camp in Chapter 2. Look for Hosea, who will be sitting near his tent. He will have a white mission marker above his head, indicating that he has a story mission for you. Approach him and initiate the conversation to begin ''The Pride of the Creator.'' Follow Hosea as he leads you to the hunting location, and pay attention to his instructions on how to track and hunt the Legendary Bear.\n\nOnce you have the Legendary Animal Map, you can begin hunting other Legendary Animals scattered across the game world. Each Legendary Animal has a specific habitat, and the map will show you their general locations. However, you will need to explore these areas and use your Eagle Eye ability to track the animal''s clues, such as footprints, fur, or droppings. These clues will lead you to the animal''s exact location, where you can study and hunt it.\n\nA common challenge players face is locating the Legendary Animals even with the map. Some animals are in remote or hard-to-reach areas, requiring careful navigation and preparation. For example, the Legendary Moose is found in the snowy mountains of Ambarino, while the Legendary Alligator is in the swamps of Lemoyne. Make sure to bring the right weapons and equipment for each hunt, as Legendary Animals are tougher and more dangerous than regular wildlife.\n\nPractical tips for hunting Legendary Animals include using a rifle or bow for clean kills, as these weapons preserve the quality of the animal''s pelt. Additionally, always study the animal before engaging to ensure you know its weaknesses and behavior. If you fail to kill a Legendary Animal, it will respawn after a few in-game days, so don''t worry about losing your chance permanently. Finally, sell the pelts and parts to the Trapper and Fence to craft unique outfits and trinkets that provide special bonuses.\n\nIn summary, unlocking the Legendary Animals map requires completing ''The Pride of the Creator'' mission in Chapter 2. This mission introduces you to the mechanics of hunting Legendary Animals and provides the map needed to locate them. Use the map, explore the game world, and prepare thoroughly for each hunt to maximize your success and rewards.