Guide: Catching a Shooting Star in Monster Hunter Wilds for Trophy

While the majority of achievements in *Monster Hunter Wilds* focus on tackling the game's largest and most formidable creatures, one unique challenge stands out for its focus on the smallest: the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement. Unlocking this elusive reward requires capturing a rare endemic life form known as the **Sandstar**, found exclusively in the **Windward Plains** at night.

How to Unlock 'I Caught a Shooting Star' Trophy/Achievement in Monster Hunter Wilds

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The 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' hidden trophy/achievement is intriguing because of its simplicity yet its elusiveness. Without prior knowledge, it's easy to overlook this achievement entirely. To unlock it, you must capture the **Sandstar**, a creature that resembles a small desert mouse with a long tail and shimmering fur, but it can only be found at night in a specific part of the Windward Plains.

Since the story often leads you to explore the Windward Plains during the day, you'll need to manipulate the in-game time to reach nightfall. Here are two methods to achieve this:

• Fast Travel: This method is accessible early in the game, once you unlock multiple fast travel points in the Windward Plains. Use your interactive map to access the fast travel menu, and travel between points to advance time until nightfall.
• Rest: Available after completing Chapter 3 and unlocking high-rank content, you can rest at a base or pop-up camp. Use your Guild Points to choose the time of day (Morning, Daytime, Evening, or Nighttime) and environmental conditions (No Change, Fallow, Plenty, or Inclemency).

How to Catch Sandstar in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Capturing the Sandstar is challenging due to its small size and remarkable speed. To increase your chances of success, consider gathering **Screamer Pods** from **Baunos**, small red-winged monsters found in the Windward Plains. These creatures roam in groups around **Area 11** and **Area 13**, feeding on carcasses. Defeating them will reward you with Screamer Pods, which can significantly aid in your pursuit.

Once night falls 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 you have them, prepare your Screamer Pods. As you close in, shoot a Screamer Pod to stun the Sandstar. Quickly switch to your **Capture Net** (used for fishing as well) and throw it at the stunned creature 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 guide should help you secure the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to explore our other guides, including how to skip cutscenes.