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

While *Monster Hunter Wilds* boasts many achievements centered around epic monster hunts, one stands out for its unexpected charm: capturing the elusive Sandstar. This guide reveals how to snag the "I Caught a Shooting Star" trophy/achievement.

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The "I Caught a Shooting Star!" achievement is deceptively tricky. Its simplicity masks its elusiveness; easily missed if you're not actively searching for it. The key? Capturing the Sandstar, a tiny endemic life form found only in the Windward Plains.

This miniature desert mouse, with its shimmering fur and long tail, only appears at night in a specific area. Since most Windward Plains exploration happens during the day, you'll need to manipulate the time of day:

Fast Travel: The quickest method, available early in the game once you unlock Windward Plains fast travel points. Repeatedly fast traveling between points advances time until nightfall.

Resting: Unlockable after completing Chapter 3 and accessing high-rank content. Use Guild Points to rest and choose "Nighttime" at your camp.

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The Sandstar is small and surprisingly speedy, even for your trusty Seikret. Consider gathering Screamer Pods beforehand; these can be obtained from Baunos, small winged monsters found in groups around Areas 11 and 13 of the Windward Plains. While not strictly necessary, Screamer Pods significantly ease the capture process.

Once night falls, head to the midpoint between Areas 11 and 13. Keep a close watch for the Sandstar. When spotted, chase it at full speed. Use a Screamer Pod (if you have them) to stun the Sandstar, then quickly switch to your Capture Net (the same one used for fishing) and secure your prize.

Congratulations! The "I Caught a Shooting Star!" trophy/achievement is yours, along with the "Ribbon Dream: Amber" nameplate for your Hunter Profile.

This concludes our guide to obtaining the "I Caught a Shooting Star" trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Be sure to check out our other guides, including our cutscene skipping guide!