Red Dead Redemption 2 The Ties That Bind Us Stranger Mission Walkthrough

In the vast, lawless lands of Red Dead Redemption 2, a chance encounter with two fugitives, Sampson Black and Wendell White, sets off a chain of events that tests loyalty and freedom. “The Ties That Bind Us” is a captivating Stranger Mission that unfolds with unexpected twists, offering players a choice between justice and mercy. Dive into this walkthrough to navigate the intricate storyline, from removing wanted posters in Rhodes to the final showdown in Big Valley, and discover how your decisions shape the fate of these intriguing characters.

Finding and removing the posters

You can promise the prisoners to remove their bounty posters hanging around the entire Rhodes. The picture above shows locations of the posters.

1. The poster no. 1 is on the notice board inside the train station.
2. The poster no. 2 is on the pole near the main street.
3. The poster no. 3 is on another pole, BUT it will be removed by a bounty hunter. Don’t attack this person when you are in the town. Follow him and attack after you move away from Rhodes. You can either kill the bounty hunter or hogtie him. Collect the poster by looting this person.
4. The poster no. 4 is on the notice board on one of the buildings.
5. The poster no. 5 is on a pole, BUT it is guarded by a hostile man. Defeat him in a fistfight and then remove the poster.

Making the decision regarding the convicts

Meet Mr. Black and Mr. White in the camp in the forest. You can act in two ways. The first solution is to capture the convicts alive and bring them to the prison in Rhodes. The best way to do that is to knock out the first convict by using a surprise attack and catch the second prisoner with the lasso.

Stow the first convict and take him to the sheriff’s office in Rhodes. Place him in the prison cell. Repeat the process with the second convict (he is marked on the map). Arthur will receive $80.

The second option is to burn the wanted posters – Mr. Black and Mr. White will be able to escape. Burning the posters is simple – approach the campfire and press the interaction button.

Meeting the fugitives again

You can take care of finding Mr. Black and Mr. White again if you have already decided to help them (i.e. you have burned down the letters) and if some time has passed since the last meeting.

Explore now the Dewberry Creek north of Rhodes. Only when you get closer to the place will the new marker appear.

What makes “The Ties That Bind Us” a unique mission in Red Dead Redemption 2

“The Ties That Bind Us” stands out as a unique mission in Red Dead Redemption 2 for several reasons:

1. Player Choice and Consequences: This mission offers players a significant choice between helping the fugitives, Mr. Black and Mr. White, by burning their wanted posters, or turning them in for a bounty. This choice impacts the storyline and whether you encounter them again in the future.

2. Multi-Part Storyline: The mission unfolds over several parts, spanning multiple in-game days. Players must remove wanted posters, help the fugitives recover from illness, and eventually encounter them again in a secluded area, showcasing a narrative arc that evolves over time.

3. Replayability and Glitches: Some players have reported encountering this mission again after completing the epilogue as John Marston, which can be seen as either a glitch or an intentional design choice, adding a layer of complexity to the game’s narrative continuity.

4. Character Development: The interactions with Mr. Black and Mr. White provide insight into their personalities and relationship, offering a glimpse into the lives of secondary characters beyond the main storyline.

What are the main objectives of “The Ties That Bind Us” mission

The main objectives of “The Ties That Bind Us” mission in Red Dead Redemption 2 are as follows:

1. Remove Wanted Posters: Find and remove five wanted posters of Sampson Black and Wendell White located around Rhodes. These posters can be found at various spots, including the post office, sheriff’s notice board, and on light poles.

2. Return to the Fugitives: Once all posters are collected, return to Mr. Black and Mr. White to decide whether to burn the posters or capture them for their bounty.

3. Burn Posters or Capture Fugitives:

   • Burn Posters: If you choose to burn the posters, this stage of the mission ends, but you will encounter them again later.

   • Capture Fugitives: Alternatively, you can capture them and turn them in for a bounty, which ends the mission and prevents further encounters.

4. Help the Fugitives Recover: If you choose to help them, wait a day and visit their campsite near Dewberry Creek. They will be sick, so provide them with health cures.

5. Final Encounter: Wait another day and head to a treehouse in Big Valley for the final encounter with Mr. Black and Mr. White.