In the vast world of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, where the thrill often comes from battling the mightiest of beasts, there's a unique achievement that shifts the focus to the smallest of creatures. Unlocking the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement is a delightful challenge that requires a keen eye and a bit of patience. Let's dive into how you can 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!' hidden trophy/achievement stands out as one of the most elusive in the game, primarily because its simplicity can make it easy to overlook. To unlock this achievement, you must capture a rare endemic life form known as the **Sandstar** in the **Windward Plains**. This tiny creature, resembling a desert mouse with shimmering fur, is only visible at night in a specific part of the region.
Since the Windward Plains are typically explored during the day as part of the story, you'll need to manipulate the in-game time to reach nightfall. You can achieve this in two ways:
- Fast Travel: As soon as you unlock different fast travel points in the Windward Plains, you can use this method. Access your interactive map, navigate to the fast travel menu, and zip between points until the time progresses 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 rest and choose the time of day (Morning, Daytime, Evening, or Nighttime) along with the environmental conditions (No Change, Fallow, Plenty, or Inclemency).
How to Catch the Sandstar in Monster Hunter Wilds
The Sandstar is not only diminutive but also incredibly swift, making it a challenging target even when you're sprinting on your Seikret. To increase your chances of catching it, gather **Screamer Pods** beforehand. These can be obtained from **Baunos**, small, red-bodied winged creatures found in groups around **Area 11** and **Area 13** of the Windward Plains. They are scavengers, so you can take them out and collect Screamer Pods from their remains.
Once night falls in the Windward Plains, head to the midpoint between Area 11 and Area 13. Keep a sharp lookout for the Sandstar. When you spot it, chase it at full speed and, if you have them, prepare your Screamer Pods. As you get close, shoot a Screamer Pod at the Sandstar to stun it. Then, quickly switch to your **Capture Net** (used for fishing as well) 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.
That's how you can achieve the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Be sure to explore our other guides for the game, including how to skip cutscenes, to enhance your gaming experience further.
