Guide to Earning the Shooting Star Trophy in Monster Hunter Wilds

In the vast world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, where the thrill of hunting colossal beasts dominates, there's a unique challenge that shifts the focus to the tiniest of creatures. Unlocking the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement requires you to capture a rare and elusive endemic life form known as the **Sandstar**. This guide will walk you through the steps needed to achieve this hidden gem.

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

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The 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement is one of the most elusive yet straightforward achievements in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. The Sandstar, resembling a small desert mouse with shimmering fur, can only be found in the **Windward Plains** at night. Given that you typically explore this area during the day as part of the storyline, you'll need to manipulate time to reach nightfall.

To achieve this, you have two options:

• Fast Travel – This method is available 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 progress time until it's night.
• Rest – After completing Chapter 3 and unlocking high-rank content, you can rest at a base or a pop-up camp. Spend your Guild Points to rest and select 'Nighttime' to ensure you're in the Windward Plains after dark.

How to Catch Sandstar in Monster Hunter Wilds

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The Sandstar is not only tiny but also incredibly fast. To increase your chances of catching it, gather **Screamer Pods** from **Baunos**, small red-winged scavengers found in groups around **Area 11** and **Area 13** of the Windward Plains. These pods will stun the Sandstar, making it easier to capture.

Once it's night, head to the midpoint between Area 11 and Area 13. Keep your eyes peeled for the Sandstar. When you spot it, chase it at full speed on your Seikret. As you close in, use a Screamer Pod to stun it. Quickly switch to your **Capture Net** (used for fishing as well) and throw it at the stunned 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 completes the 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.