In the thrilling world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, where the focus often lies on conquering the mightiest beasts, there's a unique achievement that shifts your attention to the smallest of creatures. Unlocking the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement requires you to capture a rare endemic life known as the **Sandstar**. This guide will walk you through the steps to achieve this elusive goal.
How to Unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' Trophy/Achievement in Monster Hunter Wilds
The 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement stands out due to its simplicity yet elusiveness. This hidden achievement might slip under your radar if you're not actively seeking it.
To unlock it, you must capture the **Sandstar**, a small desert mouse-like creature with glimmering fur, found exclusively in the **Windward Plains** at night. Since your adventures typically take place during the day, you'll need to manipulate the in-game time to reach nightfall:
- Fast Travel: Available early in the game once you unlock multiple fast travel points in the Windward Plains. Use your interactive map to fast travel between points until the time shifts to night.
- Rest: After completing Chapter 3 and unlocking high-rank content, you can rest at a base or pop-up camp. Use your Guild Points to select 'Nighttime' and the desired environmental conditions.
How to Catch Sandstar in Monster Hunter Wilds
The Sandstar is not only tiny but also incredibly swift, even when you're at full sprinting speed on your Seikret. To improve your chances of catching it, consider gathering **Screamer Pods** from **Baunos**, small winged red-bodied monsters found in Area 11 and Area 13 of the Windward Plains. These creatures are scavengers, so you can collect Screamer Pods by taking them down.
Once it's night in the Windward Plains, head to the midpoint between Area 11 and Area 13. Keep a keen eye out for the Sandstar. When you spot it, chase it at full speed and, if equipped, use a Screamer Pod to stun it. Immediately switch to your **Capture Net** (used for fishing) and throw it at the Sandstar to capture it. Upon successful capture, the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement will unlock, and you'll receive the **Ribbon Dream: Amber** nameplate for your Hunter Profile.
This wraps up our guide on how to unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and tricks, be sure to explore our other guides, including how to skip cutscenes.
