In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, while the thrill of the hunt often focuses on the mightiest beasts, there's a unique challenge in capturing the tiniest creature for the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement. This guide will walk you through the steps to unlock this elusive achievement.

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!' hidden trophy/achievement stands out due to its simple yet elusive nature. It's easy to miss if you're not looking for it. To unlock it, you must capture a unique endemic life in the **Windward Plains** known as the **Sandstar**. This creature, resembling a small desert mouse with a long tail and shimmering fur, is only visible at night in a specific area of the region.

Since the Windward Plains are typically explored during the day in the game's story, you'll need to wait until nightfall. Here are two methods to pass time:

• 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 nightfall.
• Rest – Unlocked after completing Chapter 3 and accessing high-rank content. Use your Guild Points at a base or pop-up camp to rest and 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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The Sandstar is small and swift, making it a challenge even at full sprint on your Seikret. To increase your chances of capturing it, consider gathering **Screamer Pods** from **Baunos**, small red-winged monsters found in groups around **Area 11** and **Area 13**. These creatures are scavengers, so defeating a few will yield Screamer Pods, which are not mandatory but highly beneficial.

Once it's night in the Windward Plains, 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 and, if you have them, prepare your Screamer Pods. When you're close enough, **shoot a Screamer Pod at the Sandstar to stun it**. Quickly switch to your **Capture Net** (used for fishing) and throw it at the Sandstar to capture it. This will unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement and reward you with the **Ribbon Dream: Amber** nameplate for your Hunter Profile.

This completes the guide on how to obtain the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and tricks, be sure to explore our other content, including a guide on how to skip cutscenes.