In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, while most achievements focus on taking down massive beasts, one unique challenge involves tracking down the tiniest creature to unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement. This elusive achievement might easily slip under your radar if you're not actively looking for it. Here’s your comprehensive guide on how to secure this hidden gem.

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

To earn this achievement, you'll need to capture a unique endemic life form known as the **Sandstar** in the **Windward Plains**. This diminutive creature, resembling a desert mouse with shimmering fur, is only visible at night within a specific area of the region.

Given that your adventures in Windward Plains typically occur during the day, you'll need to manipulate time to reach nighttime. Here are two methods to achieve this:

• Fast Travel: As soon as you unlock different fast travel points in the Windward Plains, you can use this method. Open your interactive map, access the fast travel menu, and travel between points to advance time until it's night.
• Rest: Available after completing Chapter 3 and unlocking high-rank content, you can rest at a base or pop-up camp. Use your Guild Points to choose the time of day (Morning, Daytime, Evening, or Nighttime) and the environmental conditions (No Change, Fallow, Plenty, or Inclemency).

How to Catch Sandstar in Monster Hunter Wilds

The Sandstar is small and swift, making it a challenging target even when riding your Seikret at full speed. Before embarking on your hunt, consider gathering **Screamer Pods**, which can be obtained from **Baunos**, small red-winged scavengers found in groups around **Area 11** and **Area 13** of the Windward Plains. These pods aren't mandatory but will significantly ease your task.

Once nightfall arrives, head to the midpoint between Area 11 and Area 13, keeping a keen eye out for the Sandstar. When you spot it, chase it down at top speed. If you have Screamer Pods, use one to stun the Sandstar when you get close enough. Immediately switch to your **Capture Net** (used also for fishing) and throw it at the stunned Sandstar to capture it. Successfully doing so will unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star!' trophy/achievement, and you'll receive the **Ribbon Dream: Amber** nameplate for your Hunter Profile.

That’s all you need to know to unlock the 'I Caught a Shooting Star' trophy/achievement in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and tricks, don't forget to explore our other guides, including how to skip cutscenes.