Star sprite



Star sprites are beings that live within a Shooting Star, a part of Distractions and Diversions game feature. Players are able to meet with this alien creature once the star has been completely mined to the core. Star sprites are willing to exchange Stardust, which are obtained while mining the star, in exchange for Mining experience and rewards (such as runes, ores and coins).

Sprites use stardust as materials for creating objects and items, and to re-build their homes. When the star sprite appears after the mining process, players may talk to it to exchange the stardust for the rewards. However, it is recommended that up to 200 stardust is collected before exchanging, as this is the limit for the rewards granted per day. Star Sprites disappear ten minutes after the star has been completely mined. A day is defined as the 24 hour period beginning at 0000 (UTC).

In addition to item rewards, a player is also granted the ability to mine an additional ore for 15 minutes. This ability stacks with the Varrock armour, meaning players can mine up to three ores from a single rock. There is also a chance of obtaining gems while mining, especially in larger stars with harder shells.



Trivia



 * The examine, "Use the force", is a reference to the Star Wars series.
 * The examine, "A shining, happy Star Sprite", may be a reference to the R.E.M. song, "Shiny Happy People."
 * Star sprites are said to resemble Dipsy, a character from the children's TV series Teletubbies. When stars have been completely mined, players will refer to the star as being "teletubbied" or "tubbed" because of this resemblance.