Where to Find Sand stars in Monster Hunter Wilds – Rare Creatures for Samyn’s Quest
BY[NEGMARLAMA]
In Monster Hunter Wilds, Sand stars are an elusive and adorable form of endemic life. Capturing one is the final step in the side quest “Samyn’s Special Research Report”, available at the Windward Plains base camp during the High Rank section of the game.
This task wraps up the long-running rivalry between NPCs Darrel and Samyn, following previous captures of creatures like the track tail lizard, dapper wing, ember ruff lizard, rime beetle, and galloped. But finding a Sand star is no easy feat.
Here’s everything you need to know about where to find Sandstars and how to capture them.
Where to Find Sand stars in Monster Hunter Wilds
Sandstars only appear in the Windward Plains and exclusively at night during a plenty—a specific environmental condition. As their name suggests, they reside in sandy areas, particularly near Area 13: Oasis.
For the best chance of spotting one, explore the northern dunes around the pop-up camp in Area 13. These creatures emit a soft glow, making them stand out, but they have a low spawn rate, meaning patience is key. Some players report needing multiple in-game nights before successfully encountering one.
If you don’t find a Sandstar right away, try leaving the dunes by heading toward Area 12 or fast traveling elsewhere. Then, return to the oasis to reset potential spawns. However, there is no guaranteed method to force a Sand stars to appear, so persistence is required.
How to Capture a Sandstar – Prepare Screamer Pods
Before setting out on the Monster Hunter Wilds, there’s one crucial step: crafting Screamer Pods.
Speaking to Samin again after receiving the quest reveals an important detail—Sandstars have large ears and are highly sensitive to sound. Utilizing Screamer Pods may help with capturing them efficiently.
While tracking down a Sand star can be frustrating, patience and the right strategy will ultimately lead to success. Keep scouring the Windward Plains at night, and soon enough, you’ll add this rare creature to your collection—completing Samin’s final research request.
