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== Personality ==
== Personality ==
Donkey Kong's been first described in ''[[Donkey Kong Country]]'' as "the king of swing, the thrilla gorilla, the prime primate".<ref>"[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/clvs/manuals/common/pdf/CLV-P-SAALE.pdf ''The king of swing, the thrilla gorilla, the prime primate; it’s Donkey Kong! But this is not your father’s Donkey Kong! Although he is a relative of the classic arcade character, Country’s Donkey Kong is a totally new character, with a new look, new moves, and a new attitude.'']" -Instruction book, '''[[Donkey Kong Country]]'''</ref> His trademark strength has saved him a bunch of times,<ref>"''The leader of the bunch, this headstrong Kong’s strength is his trademark. Whether blasting through enemies with a Barrel Roll or shaking things up with a Ground Pound, Donkey Kong’s definitely got the power!''" -UK website, '''[[Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze]]'''</ref> scaring his rivals,<ref>"''Straight from the jungle, DK uses his simian strength to scare rivals.''" -Manual, '''[[Mario Kart: Double Dash!!]]'''</ref> and he sometimes spends the day training himself to invent new moves.<ref>"''About time that lazy good-for-nothing went adventuring again. He’s the leader of this mangy bunch and tells me he has learned a whole new bunch of “mean, reptile-stomping” moves. I doubt that they will be any better than his old ones, but we shall see, shan’t we?''" -Instruction book, '''[[Donkey Kong 64]]'''</ref> As of right now, he's considered the king (or lord)<ref name=":0">"''A constellation named after the legendary lord of the jungle. He often wears neckties as a sign of his professional dedication to bananas.''" -Jungle Major, '''[[Mario Party 9]]'''</ref> of the jungle,<ref name=":1">"''This king of the jungle loves bananas. His mighty power is second to none, and time and again he must use it to protect Donkey Kong Island.''" -Digital manual, '''[[Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze]]'''</ref> overwhelming his opponents with his jungle instincts.<ref>"''DK overwhelms opponents with his jungle instincts. He drifts through corners like a madman ... or a mad-ape!''" -US manual, '''[[Mario Kart DS]]'''</ref> He'll always work together with his partners and friends to restore peace to [[DK Island]].<ref name=":2">"[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/kids/character/donkey_kong/index.html ''The king of the jungle, and the Kong family's superstar! He possesses a large body and extraordinary strength! He can also easily hurl massive barrels, and can smash the ground, causing huge tremors as a result! But, he's usually easy-going, though maybe a bit absentminded. By working together with his partner Diddy Kong, his grandpa Cranky Kong, and other similar friends, they punish anyone who disturbs the peace of the jungle.'']
[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/kids/character/donkey_kong/index.html Bananas are DK's greatest, most favourite food ever! He keeps lots of Bananas in his house all the time. If you try to take them, watch out, because he'll get awfully angry!]" -Kids section, Nintendo</ref>
He's the leader of the Kongs,<ref>"''He's the leader of the bunch, you know him well - He's finally back to kick some tail - His Coconut Gun can fire in spurts - If he shoots ya, it's gonna hurt - He's bigger, faster, and stronger too - He's the first member of the DK crew!''" -DK Rap, '''[[Donkey Kong 64]]'''</ref> and is willing to risk his life to save both his friends,<ref>"''Ook. (Who do you think you are? You'd best stay away from Dixie Kong!)''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Mario Super Sluggers]]'''</ref> his island, and his bananas.<ref name=":3">"''I'm sick and tired of hearing about your boring, single screen adventures! Diddy's in trouble, my banana horde is gone, and I'm going to get them all back!''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Donkey Kong Country]]''' manual</ref> Donkey Kong's strength doesn't allow him to be pushed around,<ref name=":4">"''Adventurer, rapper and master driver. Is there anything Donkey Kong can't do? DK is heavy enough to avoid being pushed around, but he still has decent speed.''" -Bio, '''[[Mario Kart: Super Circuit]]'''</ref> his mighty power second to none,<ref name=":1" /> compared to have more strength than a 12-gauge steam train,<ref>"''This guy has more strength in his muscle-bound arms than a 12-gauge steam train. He's also the fastest of the Power players and has a huge range of shots.''" -Bio 2, '''[[Mario Tennis Open]]'''</ref> with speed to match too.<ref name=":5">"''This king of the jungle is superstrong, a little scatterbrained, and absolutely nuts about bananas. His adventures usually start with people stealing his hoard of them. As his physique suggests, this Kong is a powerhouse, but he's got speed to match too! His famous red necktie is adorned with his initials, DK.''" -amiibo description</ref> His swings are a thing of heroic proportions,<ref>"''DK's every swing is a thing of heroic proportions as he relies on his simian strengh to blow the ball by his opponents.''" -Bio, '''[[Mario Power Tennis]]'''</ref> advising anyone to not get in his way.<ref>"''With his spectacular dunks and powerful steals, Donkey Kong is a mighty player. Do not get in his way!''" -Manual, '''[[Mario Hoops 3-on-3]]'''</ref> As a result of that strength, Donkey Kong prides himself of this power.<ref>"''Power is his pride. Clears every game in top form!''" -Bio (Minigame Mode), '''[[Mario Party 2]]'''</ref><ref>"''I can out-power anyone!''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Mario Party 3]]'''</ref> Despite his pride, Donkey Kong is compassionate, easy-going, and a friendly person,<ref name=":6">"''DK may be the king of the jungle, but most know him as a compassionate ape as well. All he needs is a banana to put him in a good mood!''" -Donkey Kong figure, '''[[Mario Party DS]]'''</ref><ref>"''This friendly member of the Kong family loves swinging from tree to tree, and he goes bananas for friends and family!''" -Who is your Mushroom Kingdom BFF?, Play Nintendo</ref> though a bit absentminded and scatterbrained,<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":5" /> knowing to get bored of long talks.<ref name=":3" />
Donkey Kong loves bananas<ref name=":2" /> - he often wears neckties as a sign of his dedication towards the fruit<ref name=":0" /> - but his steady diet of bananas has gained him some weight.<ref name=":7">"''When he's not making jungle music with his bongos, Donkey Kong likes nothing better than a day at the races. His speed and drift ability are his best features but DK's weight is what lets him down. But have you ever tried asking an ape to diet?''" -UK bio, '''[[Mario Kart DS]]'''</ref> Despite living lazy and carefree, even taking breaks from partying,<ref>"''He’s finally back to kick some tail! After a break on the sidelines, the swinging king of the jungle is rolling out the barrel as a playable character once again.''" -Website bio, '''[[Mario Party 10]]'''</ref> Donkey Kong is known to fly in a fit of rage whenever things don't go his way, like having his bananas messed with or not getting the opportunity to get a Mini-Mario toy.<ref>"''<nowiki/>'The Kremlings will pay!' he raged. 'I'll hunt them down through every corner of my island, until I have every last banana from my hoard back!'''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Donkey Kong Country]]''' manual</ref><ref>"''A gorilla known for raw power, DK lives a carefree jungle life... unless someone messes with his bananas, in which case he just loses it. His ancestor, the original Donkey Kong wore no necktie. His talents lead in beating on primate foes and kart-racing. Fear his Banana Ball!''" -Bio, '''[[Mario Superstar Baseball]]'''</ref> Whenever his strength doesn't get him what he wants, he resorts to retreating into himself, crying, and throwing a temper tantrum.<ref>''[https://youtu.be/Ip5oAXDsPVs?t=9414 World of Longplays]'' (November 23, 2017). Retrieved July 10, 2023</ref> Naturally, the only way to get him back in a good mood is to reward him, either via bananas or giving him what he wants.<ref name=":6" /> He's also a deep sleeper, sometimes sleeping through his watch.<ref>"''Morning already... I slept through my watch!''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Donkey Kong Country]]''' manual</ref>
It's said he also raps,<ref name=":4" /> loves swinging on vines,<ref>"''Ook ook! (There's a vine here. I love vines!)''" -Donkey Kong, '''[[Mario Super Sluggers]]'''</ref> and ever since he had discovered the bongos in ''[[Donkey Konga]]'', he's been making jungle music on his island.<ref name=":7" />


== Relationships ==
== Relationships ==
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Donkey Kong has immense physical strength,  
Donkey Kong has immense physical strength,  
== References ==


[[Category:Kongs]][[Category:Characters]]
[[Category:Kongs]][[Category:Characters]]

Revision as of 16:02, 10 July 2023

Donkey Kong
DonkeyKongSMP.png
Full name Donkey Kong III
Species Kong
Residence Donkey Kong Island

Donkey Kong is the son of Donkey Kong Jr. and grandson of Cranky Kong.

History

Yoshi’s Island DS

Donkey Kong Country

Donkey Kong Land

Mario Vs Donkey Kong

Mario Party

Mario Party 2

Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest / Donkey Kong Land 2

Mario Party 3

Mario Kart 64

Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble

Personality

Donkey Kong's been first described in Donkey Kong Country as "the king of swing, the thrilla gorilla, the prime primate".[1] His trademark strength has saved him a bunch of times,[2] scaring his rivals,[3] and he sometimes spends the day training himself to invent new moves.[4] As of right now, he's considered the king (or lord)[5] of the jungle,[6] overwhelming his opponents with his jungle instincts.[7] He'll always work together with his partners and friends to restore peace to DK Island.[8]

He's the leader of the Kongs,[9] and is willing to risk his life to save both his friends,[10] his island, and his bananas.[11] Donkey Kong's strength doesn't allow him to be pushed around,[12] his mighty power second to none,[6] compared to have more strength than a 12-gauge steam train,[13] with speed to match too.[14] His swings are a thing of heroic proportions,[15] advising anyone to not get in his way.[16] As a result of that strength, Donkey Kong prides himself of this power.[17][18] Despite his pride, Donkey Kong is compassionate, easy-going, and a friendly person,[19][20] though a bit absentminded and scatterbrained,[8][14] knowing to get bored of long talks.[11]

Donkey Kong loves bananas[8] - he often wears neckties as a sign of his dedication towards the fruit[5] - but his steady diet of bananas has gained him some weight.[21] Despite living lazy and carefree, even taking breaks from partying,[22] Donkey Kong is known to fly in a fit of rage whenever things don't go his way, like having his bananas messed with or not getting the opportunity to get a Mini-Mario toy.[23][24] Whenever his strength doesn't get him what he wants, he resorts to retreating into himself, crying, and throwing a temper tantrum.[25] Naturally, the only way to get him back in a good mood is to reward him, either via bananas or giving him what he wants.[19] He's also a deep sleeper, sometimes sleeping through his watch.[26]

It's said he also raps,[12] loves swinging on vines,[27] and ever since he had discovered the bongos in Donkey Konga, he's been making jungle music on his island.[21]

Relationships

Diddy Kong

Cranky Kong

Mario

Pauline

Abilities

Donkey Kong has immense physical strength,

References

  1. ↑ "The king of swing, the thrilla gorilla, the prime primate; it’s Donkey Kong! But this is not your father’s Donkey Kong! Although he is a relative of the classic arcade character, Country’s Donkey Kong is a totally new character, with a new look, new moves, and a new attitude." -Instruction book, Donkey Kong Country
  2. ↑ "The leader of the bunch, this headstrong Kong’s strength is his trademark. Whether blasting through enemies with a Barrel Roll or shaking things up with a Ground Pound, Donkey Kong’s definitely got the power!" -UK website, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
  3. ↑ "Straight from the jungle, DK uses his simian strength to scare rivals." -Manual, Mario Kart: Double Dash!!
  4. ↑ "About time that lazy good-for-nothing went adventuring again. He’s the leader of this mangy bunch and tells me he has learned a whole new bunch of “mean, reptile-stomping” moves. I doubt that they will be any better than his old ones, but we shall see, shan’t we?" -Instruction book, Donkey Kong 64
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 "A constellation named after the legendary lord of the jungle. He often wears neckties as a sign of his professional dedication to bananas." -Jungle Major, Mario Party 9
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "This king of the jungle loves bananas. His mighty power is second to none, and time and again he must use it to protect Donkey Kong Island." -Digital manual, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
  7. ↑ "DK overwhelms opponents with his jungle instincts. He drifts through corners like a madman ... or a mad-ape!" -US manual, Mario Kart DS
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "The king of the jungle, and the Kong family's superstar! He possesses a large body and extraordinary strength! He can also easily hurl massive barrels, and can smash the ground, causing huge tremors as a result! But, he's usually easy-going, though maybe a bit absentminded. By working together with his partner Diddy Kong, his grandpa Cranky Kong, and other similar friends, they punish anyone who disturbs the peace of the jungle. Bananas are DK's greatest, most favourite food ever! He keeps lots of Bananas in his house all the time. If you try to take them, watch out, because he'll get awfully angry!" -Kids section, Nintendo
  9. ↑ "He's the leader of the bunch, you know him well - He's finally back to kick some tail - His Coconut Gun can fire in spurts - If he shoots ya, it's gonna hurt - He's bigger, faster, and stronger too - He's the first member of the DK crew!" -DK Rap, Donkey Kong 64
  10. ↑ "Ook. (Who do you think you are? You'd best stay away from Dixie Kong!)" -Donkey Kong, Mario Super Sluggers
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 "I'm sick and tired of hearing about your boring, single screen adventures! Diddy's in trouble, my banana horde is gone, and I'm going to get them all back!" -Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Country manual
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 "Adventurer, rapper and master driver. Is there anything Donkey Kong can't do? DK is heavy enough to avoid being pushed around, but he still has decent speed." -Bio, Mario Kart: Super Circuit
  13. ↑ "This guy has more strength in his muscle-bound arms than a 12-gauge steam train. He's also the fastest of the Power players and has a huge range of shots." -Bio 2, Mario Tennis Open
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "This king of the jungle is superstrong, a little scatterbrained, and absolutely nuts about bananas. His adventures usually start with people stealing his hoard of them. As his physique suggests, this Kong is a powerhouse, but he's got speed to match too! His famous red necktie is adorned with his initials, DK." -amiibo description
  15. ↑ "DK's every swing is a thing of heroic proportions as he relies on his simian strengh to blow the ball by his opponents." -Bio, Mario Power Tennis
  16. ↑ "With his spectacular dunks and powerful steals, Donkey Kong is a mighty player. Do not get in his way!" -Manual, Mario Hoops 3-on-3
  17. ↑ "Power is his pride. Clears every game in top form!" -Bio (Minigame Mode), Mario Party 2
  18. ↑ "I can out-power anyone!" -Donkey Kong, Mario Party 3
  19. ↑ 19.0 19.1 "DK may be the king of the jungle, but most know him as a compassionate ape as well. All he needs is a banana to put him in a good mood!" -Donkey Kong figure, Mario Party DS
  20. ↑ "This friendly member of the Kong family loves swinging from tree to tree, and he goes bananas for friends and family!" -Who is your Mushroom Kingdom BFF?, Play Nintendo
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 "When he's not making jungle music with his bongos, Donkey Kong likes nothing better than a day at the races. His speed and drift ability are his best features but DK's weight is what lets him down. But have you ever tried asking an ape to diet?" -UK bio, Mario Kart DS
  22. ↑ "He’s finally back to kick some tail! After a break on the sidelines, the swinging king of the jungle is rolling out the barrel as a playable character once again." -Website bio, Mario Party 10
  23. ↑ "'The Kremlings will pay!' he raged. 'I'll hunt them down through every corner of my island, until I have every last banana from my hoard back!'" -Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Country manual
  24. ↑ "A gorilla known for raw power, DK lives a carefree jungle life... unless someone messes with his bananas, in which case he just loses it. His ancestor, the original Donkey Kong wore no necktie. His talents lead in beating on primate foes and kart-racing. Fear his Banana Ball!" -Bio, Mario Superstar Baseball
  25. ↑ World of Longplays (November 23, 2017). Retrieved July 10, 2023
  26. ↑ "Morning already... I slept through my watch!" -Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Country manual
  27. ↑ "Ook ook! (There's a vine here. I love vines!)" -Donkey Kong, Mario Super Sluggers
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