I've done that three times; four now. Nevermore is the word of the parrot, but I still am stuck in this tower.

I've been through all five levels many times.

Answer: My son had the screen setting on Zoom and the last option was below the view.
I never saw it. Three hours wasted in this place because of a screen setting! At least it wasn't the fault of Ego Draconis.

thank you; I wouldn't have realized this without help.

Sometimes being old is a pain. I marvel at how fast my sons process their games.
Again, thanks.

Old Monk