But even the brave Koopa's stroke was not enough to end the demon's reign. The Wise Goomba thought of another use for the Crystal Stars in that dire hour. She suggested sealing the demon forever with the Crystal Stars. All agreed. The heroes matched their strengths with the power of the Crystal Stars and they successfully sealed the demon's soul within the deepest part of the palace. Together they made it out so that only all seven stars could break the seal.
It wasn't enough. Even using the Crystal Stars, the demon's very own weapons, the heroes were unable to truly defeat it. It was gaining strength again, and would soon wipe them heroes out, and all their work would go in vain.
"I have another idea!" Jenny cried "we can use the Crystal Stars to seal the demon here forever!"
Everyone else thought this was a great idea.
The heroes combined their power with that of the Crystal Stars. Tim had his strength. Jenny had her knowledge. Karl had his bravery. And Belle had her magic. Their powers combined with that of the Crystal Stars, they were able to seal the demon's soul deep within the Palace of Shadow.
They then made it so that only all of the stars together could break the seal.
Seven shining Crystal Stars sealed the door leading to the demon's den.
"So…" Karl said "is that the end of the story?"
Tim shook his head "we've still got to find out what happens to the heroes afterwards. There should at least be an epilogue, telling about happy endings and such."
"I've got five coins" Jenny said "let's go finish this tale!"
The four friends all agreed on this idea, and headed off to find the story teller again.