Donkey Kong/Bio & Battles

Donkey Kong, also known as DK, is a powerful hero Kong from Donkey Kong Island. He is a carefree simian who spends his days collecting Bananas and spends time with his friends, particularly his buddy Diddy Kong. However, when trouble arises, Donkey Kong jumps headfirst into the action to help his friends and protect his island. Donkey Kong's character design was created by Shigeru Miyamoto for the Donkey Kong arcade game.

Donkey Kong's exact role in the Mario series is somewhat hazy. His original appearance portrayed him as a villainous or confused ape with unequaled strength. In these games, Donkey Kong didn't wear a tie like he does now. The Game Boy remake was the first game to feature the tie (a red tie with the letters "DK" printed in white, later changed to yellow), but otherwise Donkey Kong is the same as he was in the original.

However, with the release of Donkey Kong Country, Donkey Kong was given a new personality and a new home. Donkey Kong Country also saw the appearance of Cranky Kong, said to be the original Donkey Kong from the old arcade games. Indeed, this new Donkey Kong was a character built for a new generation.