Imagine catching sight of a falling star and making a wish that could change your life forever. That’s the kind of magic “Star Catcher” brings to its readers. A heartfelt, beautifully illustrated journey filled with self-discovery, love, and the uncertainties of young adulthood. Star Catcher Chapter 1-10, blends romance and slice-of-life elements and draws readers into the evolving relationship between Luke and Thomas. In this review, we’ll delve into the first ten chapters, exploring key moments, character development, and the emotions that make “Star Catcher” an enchanting webtoon.
Star Catcher Chapter 1: The Meet Cute
Star Catcher Chapter 1 begins with Luke rushing through the streets, frustrated that he is late and lost despite being a local. He is soon greeted by Thomas, who reassures him that he is right on time. Luke apologizes, worried about missing the movie, but Thomas reveals that he anticipated Luke getting lost and bought tickets for a later showing. Thomas playfully reminds Luke that he had offered him a ride, but Luke refuses. He then grabs Luke’s hand and pulls him toward the theatre, making Luke blush.
The scene shifts to two years ago, in the summer of 2017. Luke is alone when Maria, his twin sister, calls out to him, asking why he didn’t wait for her. She wants to catch the stars with him one last time before they start college, considering it a special occasion. Luke dismisses the idea of wishes, but Maria insists and asks him what he would wish for. Luke hesitates but finally wishes out loud to get into medical school to positively impact lives. Maria keeps her wish secret and advises Luke to meet new people in college.
The scene shifts again to Luke’s freshman year in September 2017. While looking at pamphlets, he considers joining a sport as a way to meet people. Lost in thought, he doesn’t notice a stranger approaching until he realizes the guy is handsome. Embarrassed, he immediately regrets saying it, ending Star Catcher Chapter 1 on a cliffhanger.
Chapter 2: Luke Ran Away
Star Catcher Chapter 2 starts with Luke realizing what he just said, Luke panics and runs away, leaving Thomas standing there, amused by Luke’s speed and wondering if he’s a track athlete. Noticing that Luke accidentally dropped his bag, Thomas picks it up and gathers the fallen items. Unsure what to do, he assumes Luke will return once he realizes his missing belongings, so he waits on a bench.
Meanwhile, Luke berates himself for his awkwardness and convinces himself that he’ll never see the stranger again—until he realizes his backpack is missing. He returns to retrieve it and spots Thomas sitting with it. Trying to sneak up unnoticed, Luke fails as Thomas notices and apologizes for startling him. Thomas explains that Luke’s bag was unzipped, and he didn’t want anything to get stolen, so he waited. He invites Luke to sit with him, and as they chat, Thomas expresses relief that Luke returned, admitting he was worried. Luke thanks him, calling his actions sweet, which makes Thomas’s heart race, ending Star Catcher Chapter 2.
Star Catcher Chapter 3: Introducing Themselves
Star Catcher Chapter 3 starts with Thomas internally noting how pretty Luke is. Luke then introduces himself as Lucas Lockhart, but his friends call him Luke. Thomas reciprocates by introducing himself as Thomas Fischer and asks about Luke’s major. Luke shares that he is on the pre-med track, hoping to get into Star Valley University’s medical school to become a cardiologist. When asked why, Luke starts mentioning his twin sister but zones out, lost in thought. Thomas notices and changes the subject instead of pressing him further.
Luke learns that Thomas is majoring in computer science with a minor in business to manage his family’s company. Thomas explains that his parents made all his career decisions for him. Before he can elaborate, he realizes it’s getting late and offers to walk Luke back to his dorm. Star Catcher Chapter 3 ends with Luke contemplating his growing interest in Thomas.
Chapter 4: Getting to Know Each Other
Star Catcher Chapter 4, As they walk, Luke struggles to make conversation but internally wishes he could talk to Thomas longer. Thomas notices Luke’s silence and jokingly asks if he’s walking too fast. Luke admits that he’s not good at talking to people, but Thomas reassures him that he’s doing well and they are already conversing.
Thomas then asks if Luke was looking at the baseball tryout flyer earlier, which Luke confirms. He explains that he promised his sister he’d join a team to meet new people. Thomas encourages him, noting how fast he is and comparing him to a shooting star.
The conversation shifts to hobbies. Luke shares that he plays a lot of video games and loves anime. Thomas excitedly asks about Luke’s favorite D&D class and current anime recommendations. Luke, surprised by their shared interest, happily shares his preferences. Thomas admits he enjoys action-packed mainstream anime but has recently been hooked on cheesy rom-coms.
Thomas’s phone alarm rings as they continue talking, reminding him to go to bed on time. Before leaving, Thomas asks for Luke’s number, hoping they can hang out after class. Luke hesitates briefly but then gives it to him, ending Star Catcher Chapter 4.
Star Catcher Chapter 5: Thomas Text’s Lucas
Star Catcher Chapter 5 starts, Luke gives Thomas his number, and they part ways. In his dorm, Luke lays in bed, revealing scars on his hands. He receives a text from Thomas, who tells him he got to his room safely and wishes him goodnight. Surprisingly but pleased, Luke replies with a good luck message for tomorrow’s class.
Feeling elated, Luke calls Maria and excitedly tells her that he met someone new—someone nice who even asked for his number. Maria is thrilled and demands details, but Luke keeps things vague, fearing he might jinx it. He thanks her for pushing him out of his comfort zone. Maria reminds him to take things at his own pace and suggests hanging out this weekend, but Luke mentions he has baseball tryouts. She agrees to plan around it and reminds him about the upcoming star-catching festival next month before they end the call.
The scene shifts to Thomas lying in bed and thinking about Luke. He blushes, realizing that Luke’s smile confirms something for him—he is not straight. The Star Catcher Chapter 5 ends with this realization.
Chapter 6: The Next Day
Star Catcher Chapter 6 starts with Luke walking to his first class the next morning, exhausted from staying up all night thinking about Thomas. He convinces himself that it is silly to get his hopes up and that he probably won’t run into Thomas again. However, as soon as he enters the classroom, he hears someone calling Thomas’s name. To his surprise, Thomas is in the same class, and Luke wonders how he never noticed before. The other students whisper about how handsome and popular Thomas is, making Luke feel insignificant in comparison.
Thomas spots Luke and, without hesitation, leaves his friend to sit with him. He apologizes for not noticing Luke in class before and asks if they can sit together. Luke agrees immediately. Thomas asks about Luke’s sleep, and Luke admits he didn’t get much rest. Thomas relates, joking about how math is going to ruin his GPA. Luke offers to help, mentioning that he’s good at math and has even received a full-tuition scholarship for his grades. Thomas is impressed and excited, saying Luke is “literally the best” and that math is his personal nightmare.
Luke laughs, and Thomas, grinning, calls his laugh cute and eagerly accepts the tutoring offer—especially if it means hearing Luke laugh more.
Star Catcher Chapter 7: The Burger Place
In Star Catcher Chapter 7, Luke reassures Thomas that he’s happy to help whenever needed. As class begins, the two continue sneaking glances at each other, blushing. Midway through class, Thomas asks if Luke has lunch plans and suggests grabbing burgers at the campus food court. Luke, having only eaten cheap instant ramen all week, happily agrees. They coordinate their schedules and plan to meet in the courtyard near the science building.
When the professor catches them whispering, Thomas scribbles a note to Luke, apologizing for getting them in trouble but jokingly blaming the “scary professor.” Luke finds the note funny and cherishes the small moment. As class ends, Thomas enthusiastically tells Luke he’s looking forward to their lunch date before heading to his next class ending the Star Catcher Chapter 7.
Chapter 8: The Lunch Date
In Star Catcher Chapter 8, Luke waits for Thomas at the meeting spot, nervous about their lunch together. When Thomas arrives, they walk to the burger place, only to find it packed with people. Luke feels overwhelmed by the crowd, and Thomas quickly picks up on his discomfort. Without hesitation, he asks Luke if he prefers to eat somewhere quieter.
As they relocate, Thomas casually mentions that he hopes they can make lunch together regularly. Luke hesitates, wondering if Thomas wouldn’t rather spend time with his other, more popular friends. He doubts that he’s anything special. Looking directly at him, Thomas immediately says, “I like you.” The Star Catcher Chapter 8 ends at that moment, leaving Luke stunned.
Star Catcher Chapter 9: Thomas Meets Maria
In Star Catcher Chapter 9, Realizing Luke is caught off guard, Thomas clarifies that talking to him is easy—unlike his other friendships, which often feel superficial. Many people only befriend him because of his wealthy family or for partying, but with Luke, he feels like he can talk about things that matter.
Luke, still flustered, internally complains that Thomas should’ve started with all of that instead of dropping ‘I like you’ out of nowhere! Thomas then invites Luke to play D&D sometime—either in a solo campaign or with friends. Luke enthusiastically agrees. Thomas also suggests watching anime together at his apartment, mentioning his great TV and sound setup.
Luke asks if Thomas lives nearby. When Thomas says yes, Luke realizes that Thomas parks opposite campus from his dorm. Before Luke can question why, Thomas casually admits that he walks the extra distance to ensure Luke returns safely. Before they can talk further, Thomas excuses himself to call his father. Luke watches from a distance as Thomas looks frustrated, unable to convince his dad about something.
Suddenly, a girl excitedly calls out Luke’s name and hugs him—it’s his twin sister, Maria. She asks if he’s eating with someone, and Luke explains that he’s with a new friend from class. When Thomas returns, he’s surprised by how much Luke and Maria look alike.
Maria insists she’s not the younger twin (only three minutes apart!). She then asks Luke about the Star Catching Festival and invites Thomas along. Thomas, eager to experience the festival for the first time, accepts the invitation. Maria excitedly calls it magical and romantic before leaving Luke and Thomas in awkward silence.
Chapter 10: The Library Date
Star Catcher Chapter 10 starts, Luke gets a text from Thomas asking how his classes went and where he is. Luke responds with a selfie, revealing he’s at the Celestial Library. Moments later, Thomas arrives, surprising Luke.
Thomas asks if Luke has eaten dinner yet, and when Luke says no, Thomas reveals that he brought food—a burger like the one Luke ordered for lunch, pasta (as an extra option), and even water. He sheepishly apologizes, saying he just wanted to thank Luke for helping him with math.
The gesture touches Luke and calls Thomas sweet, making Thomas blush. As they eat, Luke starts tutoring Thomas, only to discover that his notes are a complete mess—half unfinished, half filled with random doodles. Thomas awkwardly admits he might’ve zoned out in class. Star Catcher Chapter 10 ends with Luke sighing, realizing he has a lot of work to do in tutoring Thomas.
Personal Reflection
“Star Catcher” is more than just a romance—it’s a story about growth, self-acceptance, and the beauty of unexpected connections. Star Catcher Chapter 1-10 have laid a strong foundation, and we can’t wait to see how Luke and Thomas’s journey unfolds. Will Luke open up about his past? Will Thomas continue to break down Luke’s walls? Most importantly, what role will the theme of star-catching play in their future?
If you haven’t started reading “Star Catcher” yet, we highly recommend giving it a chance. Whether you’re a fan of slow-burn romance, engaging character development, or just beautifully illustrated storytelling, this webtoon has something for everyone. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Stay tuned for more chapter reviews soon!