But, in Paper Mario, Bowser and Kammy Koopa broke into Star Haven. Bowser stole the Star Rod, making him capable of making his wishes a reality without need for the Star Spirits. The Star Spirits still had a way to defeat Bowser, however. All seven of the Star Spirits could grant someone the Star Beam, which can eliminate the effects of the Star Rod. Bowser, knowing that the Star Spirits could stop his plan, wishes that each of the Star Spirits would turn into cards. They do. Bowser takes the seven cards and gives them to his minions.