Monster Hunter Rise: Unlock "I Caught a Shooting Star" Trophy

While many *Monster Hunter Wilds* achievements focus on epic hunts, one celebrates the smallest creature: the Sandstar. This guide shows you how to snag the elusive "I Caught a Shooting Star" trophy/achievement.

This hidden trophy is deceptively tricky. You need to capture the Sandstar, a tiny desert mouse-like endemic life found only at night in the Windward Plains. Its shimmering fur makes it easily missed, especially if you haven't heard of it.

Since the story often takes you to the Windward Plains during the day, you'll need to advance time. There are two ways:

• Fast Travel: Once you've unlocked multiple fast travel points in the Windward Plains, repeatedly travel between them. This will gradually advance the in-game time until nightfall.
• Rest: After completing Chapter 3 and unlocking high-rank content, use your Guild Points to rest at a camp. Choose "Nighttime" to instantly set the time.

The Sandstar is small and fast, even for your 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. They often scavenge near carcasses—a convenient way to collect pods.

Once it's night, search the area between Areas 11 and 13. When you spot the Sandstar, chase it at full speed. Use a Screamer Pod to stun it (if you have them), then quickly switch to your Capture Net and snag it. The "I Caught a Shooting Star!" trophy/achievement will unlock, along with the "Ribbon Dream: Amber" nameplate.

That's how to get the "I Caught a Shooting Star" trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Check out our other guides, including how to skip cutscenes!