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|first_appearance=''[[Donkey Kong Country]]'' ([[List of games by date#1994|1994]]) | |first_appearance=''[[Donkey Kong Country]]'' ([[List of games by date#1994|1994]]) | ||
|species=Rhinoceros | |species=Rhinoceros | ||
|full_name=Rambi the Rhino<ref>''Nintendo Official Magazine'' (UK) issue 39 | |full_name=Rambi the Rhino<ref>''Nintendo Official Magazine'' (UK) issue 39. Page 18.</ref><ref>''Nintendo Magazine System'' (Australia) issue 46. Page 48.</ref><br>Rambi the rhinoceros<ref>''Donkey Kong Country Returns Instruction Booklet''. Page 17.</ref> | ||
|latest_appearance=''[[The Super Mario Bros. Movie]]'' (cameo) (2023) | |latest_appearance=''[[The Super Mario Bros. Movie]]'' (cameo) (2023) | ||
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Rambi's earliest appearances include the first two titles of both the ''[[Donkey Kong Country (series)|Donkey Kong Country]]'' series and ''[[Donkey Kong Land (series)|Donkey Kong Land]]'' series. Rambi did not return in ''[[Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!]]'' or ''[[Donkey Kong Land III]]'', where he was replaced with [[Ellie the Elephant]]. | Rambi's earliest appearances include the first two titles of both the ''[[Donkey Kong Country (series)|Donkey Kong Country]]'' series and ''[[Donkey Kong Land (series)|Donkey Kong Land]]'' series. Rambi did not return in ''[[Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!]]'' or ''[[Donkey Kong Land III]]'', where he was replaced with [[Ellie the Elephant]]. | ||
While Rambi is mostly referred to with male pronouns, the ''[[Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze]]: [[Prima Games|Prima]] Official Game Guide'' refers to the character as "her".<ref>von Esmarch, Nick, and Cory van Grier. ''Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze: Prima Official Game Guide''. Page 22. "''Rambi can destroy just about any object and every enemy without feeling pain. Just make sure an enemy doesn’t hit her from behind, and try to avoid those bottomless pits.''"</ref> | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===''Donkey Kong Country'' series=== | ===''Donkey Kong Country'' series=== | ||
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Rambi reappears in ''[[Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest]]''. Rambi acts mostly the same as in ''Donkey Kong Country'', though his normal speed is slower; however, he can perform a [[super move|supercharge]], which allows him to perform a fast charge to break open some walls (leading into [[bonus room]]s), or plow through enemies easily. Due to the introduction of [[Animal Barrel]]s, there are a few levels where [[Diddy Kong|Diddy]] and [[Dixie Kong|Dixie]] transform into Rambi, but there are still levels where they ride on him. His gray coloration from ''Donkey Kong Country'' is now tinted brown. | Rambi reappears in ''[[Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest]]''. Rambi acts mostly the same as in ''Donkey Kong Country'', though his normal speed is slower; however, he can perform a [[super move|supercharge]], which allows him to perform a fast charge to break open some walls (leading into [[bonus room]]s), or plow through enemies easily. Due to the introduction of [[Animal Barrel]]s, there are a few levels where [[Diddy Kong|Diddy]] and [[Dixie Kong|Dixie]] transform into Rambi, but there are still levels where they ride on him. His gray coloration from ''Donkey Kong Country'' is now tinted brown. | ||
Like his two previous appearances, Rambi appears as a mount in the first level, [[Pirate Panic (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Pirate Panic]], where his animal crate appears after the [[Star Barrel]]. From there, the Kongs can optionally ride Rambi until reaching his [[No Animal Sign]]. Rambi makes his second level appearance in [[Red-Hot Ride]] and his third in [[Barrel Bayou (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Barrel Bayou]] in the same capacity, though his crate and sign are near the start and Star Barrel, respectively. | Like his two previous appearances, Rambi appears as a mount in the first level, [[Pirate Panic (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Pirate Panic]], where his animal crate appears after the [[Star Barrel]]. From there, the Kongs can optionally ride Rambi until reaching his [[No Animal Sign]]. In this level, it is possible for two Rambis to be on-screen at the same time.{{ref needed}} Rambi makes his second level appearance in [[Red-Hot Ride]] and his third in [[Barrel Bayou (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Barrel Bayou]] in the same capacity, though his crate and sign are near the start and Star Barrel, respectively. | ||
[[Rambi Rumble (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Rambi Rumble]] is Rambi's signature level. During the level's second half, the Kongs must transform into Rambi, who is then chased by [[King Zing]] for the second part of that half. The theme that plays during the chase in the original version is even called "Run, Rambi! Run!". Rambi can also be used in the first half [[Castle Crush]] and is the first Animal Friend used in [[Animal Antics (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Animal Antics]] (both via Animal Barrel). | [[Rambi Rumble (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Rambi Rumble]] is Rambi's signature level. During the level's second half, the Kongs must transform into Rambi, who is then chased by [[King Zing]] for the second part of that half. The theme that plays during the chase in the original version is even called "Run, Rambi! Run!". Rambi can also be used in the first half [[Castle Crush]] and is the first Animal Friend used in [[Animal Antics (Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest)|Animal Antics]] (both via Animal Barrel). | ||
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Rambi is mentioned and criticized by [[Cranky Kong]] in the instruction manual: "I just hope they've included poor old [[Winky the Frog|Winky]] and [[Expresso the Ostrich|Expresso]] this time instead of that bone-brained rhino that always seems to get in the games." | Rambi is mentioned and criticized by [[Cranky Kong]] in the instruction manual: "I just hope they've included poor old [[Winky the Frog|Winky]] and [[Expresso the Ostrich|Expresso]] this time instead of that bone-brained rhino that always seems to get in the games." | ||
When hacked to remove the restrictions in ''[[Donkey Kong 64]]'', Rambi has an unused dogpaddling animation seen when he enters any body of water.<ref>[[tcrf:Donkey_Kong_64#Unused_Animations|Donkey Kong 64 § Unused Animations]]. ''The Cutting Room Floor''.</ref> | |||
====''Donkey Kong Country Returns'' / ''Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D''==== | ====''Donkey Kong Country Returns'' / ''Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D''==== | ||
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===''Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle''=== | ===''Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle''=== | ||
In the [[Donkey Kong Adventure]] story of ''[[Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle]]'', one of [[Rabbid Peach]]'s [[List of weapons in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle#Blaster|Blaster]] weapons, the [[List of weapons in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle#Horn-Nosed Needler|Horn-Nosed Needler]], is based on Rambi's appearance. The weapon's description states that it is officially licensed Rambi merchandise. | In the [[Donkey Kong Adventure]] story of ''[[Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle]]'', one of [[Rabbid Peach]]'s [[List of weapons in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle#Blaster|Blaster]] weapons, the [[List of weapons in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle#Horn-Nosed Needler|Horn-Nosed Needler]], is based on Rambi's appearance. The weapon's description states that it is officially licensed Rambi merchandise. | ||
===''Super Mario Odyssey''=== | |||
A street named after Rambi appears in [[Metro Kingdom|New Donk City]] in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]''. | |||
===''The Super Mario Bros. Movie''=== | ===''The Super Mario Bros. Movie''=== | ||
In ''[[The Super Mario Bros. Movie]]'', Rambi's head is seen in the [[emblem]] on some of the [[kart]]s built by the [[Great Kong Army]]. | In ''[[The Super Mario Bros. Movie]]'', Rambi's head is seen in the [[emblem]] on some of the [[kart]]s built by the [[Great Kong Army]]. | ||
===Unused appearances=== | |||
====''Donkey Kong Racing''==== | |||
[[File:DK on Rambi Donkey Kong Racing.jpg|thumb|Donkey Kong riding a Rambi in the canceled ''Donkey Kong Racing'']] | |||
Rambi was planned to be a rideable Animal Friend in the canceled [[Nintendo GameCube]] title, ''[[Donkey Kong Racing]]''. Early screenshots and the E3 2001 trailer showed [[Donkey Kong]] riding Rambi, [[Diddy Kong]] riding a gigantic Rambi, and [[Taj the Genie|Taj]] riding a small, red Rambi. | |||
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==Profiles and statistics== | ==Profiles and statistics== | ||
===''Donkey Kong Country'' series=== | ===''Donkey Kong Country'' series=== | ||
====''Donkey Kong Country''==== | ====''Donkey Kong Country''==== | ||
*'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 24): | *'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 24): ''Rambi always likes to go full speed ahead. If you press and the Y Button, Rambi will take off and run over everything in his path. Just make sure that you keep your eyes open for pits and cliffs. Rambi is a powerful animal and can break his way into most secret doors.'' | ||
====''Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest''==== | ====''Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest''==== | ||
*'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 24): | *'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 24): ''This powerful Rhinoceros loves to [[super move|charge]]. Press and hold Y Button to make him run. He will his horn to butt everything out of his path.'' | ||
===''Donkey Kong Land 2''=== | ===''Donkey Kong Land 2''=== | ||
*'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 19): | *'''Instruction booklet bio''' (page 19): ''This powerful Rhinoceros loves to use his horn. Press the A Button to butt everything out of his path. Hold SELECT to charge.'' | ||
*'''Virtual Console manual bio:''' | *'''Virtual Console manual bio:''' ''Press {{button|Padleftright}} + {{button|B}} to perform a dash attack. Hold {{button|3ds|select}} to perform a super dash.'' | ||
===''Donkey Kong Country Returns''=== | ===''Donkey Kong Country Returns''=== | ||
*'''[[Prima Games]] guide''' (page 23): | *'''[[Prima Games]] guide''' (page 23): ''In some of the levels, you will see wooden crates with a Rambi symbol on them, jump onto these crates and pound them to release Rambi. You can ride Rambi around a level. Rambi is great for busting through blocks, clearing out spikes, and bulldozing through enemies. You can climb off and then back onto a Rambi if you need to dismount for a while. Since you can’t blow while on Rambi, dismount if you need to deal with some flowers or other such objects. While Rambi is tough, stay away from flames and flaming enemies. Hitting these will cause Rambi to throw you off. Rambi will start to walk away, so get back on or you will lose the rhino.'' | ||
===''Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze''=== | ===''Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze''=== | ||
*'''[https://www.nintendo.com/consumer/downloads/manual-WiiU-Donkey_Kong_Country_Tropical_Freeze.pdf Digital manual] bio:''' | *'''[https://www.nintendo.com/consumer/downloads/manual-WiiU-Donkey_Kong_Country_Tropical_Freeze.pdf Digital manual] bio:''' ''Set Rambi free by destroying a crate with the Rambi logo on it ''[icon]''. Jump onto him and charge through the level, knocking enemies aside and destroying obstacles.'' | ||
*'''[[Prima Games]] guide''' (page 11): | *'''[[Prima Games]] guide''' (page 11): ''When the going gets tough, the tough grow horns and thick leathery skin, while simultaneously turning into the fastest and strongest ally in the game! Rambi is everyone’s favorite rhinoceros and has been since the beginning of Donkey Kong Country. This powerful mammal will plow through just about any obstacle, including spikes, and outrun anything you can encounter. Relief comes in the form of a Rambi box, so once you see one, break it free and keep Rambi from harm. You don’t want to go through a rhino level without Rambi.'' | ||
===''Super Smash Bros.'' series=== | ===''Super Smash Bros.'' series=== | ||
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!Rambi | !Rambi | ||
|[[File:Rambi DKCR.png|100px]] | |[[File:Rambi DKCR.png|100px]] | ||
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|JapR=Sai no ranbi | |JapR=Sai no ranbi | ||
|JapM=Rambi (the) Rhino | |JapM=Rambi (the) Rhino | ||
|ChiS=兰比 | |||
|ChiSR=Lánbǐ | |||
|ChiSM=Rambi | |||
|Fra=Rambi le rhinocéros<ref name=rambileriholego>[https://www.lego.com/fr-fr/product/rambi-the-rhino-expansion-set-71420]</ref><br>Rambi<ref name=rambileriholego></ref> | |||
|FraM=Rambi the Rhinoceros<br>Rambi | |||
|Ger=Rambi das Nashorn | |||
|GerM=Rambi the Rhino | |||
|Ita=Rambi il rinoceronte | |||
|ItaM=Ranbi the rhino | |||
|Kor=코뿔소 람비 | |Kor=코뿔소 람비 | ||
|KorR=Koppulso Rambi | |KorR=Koppulso Rambi | ||
|KorM=Rambi (the) Rhinoceros | |KorM=Rambi (the) Rhinoceros | ||
|Rus=Рэмби | |Rus=Рэмби | ||
|RusR=Rembi | |RusR=Rembi | ||
|RusM=Rambi | |RusM=Rambi | ||
|Spa=Rambi el Rinoceronte | |Spa=Rambi el Rinoceronte | ||
|SpaM=Rambi the Rhinoceros | |SpaM=Rambi the Rhinoceros | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*While Rambi himself does not appear in the ''[[Saturday Supercade]]'' episode "[[Hairy Parent]]" (due to the show predating ''Donkey Kong Country'' by roughly a decade), the climax of said episode involves Donkey Kong riding an ill-tempered rhino in a similar fashion that looks not unlike Rambi. | *While Rambi himself does not appear in the ''[[Saturday Supercade]]'' episode "[[Hairy Parent]]" (due to the show predating ''Donkey Kong Country'' by roughly a decade), the climax of said episode involves Donkey Kong riding an ill-tempered rhino in a similar fashion that looks not unlike Rambi. | ||
*Although Rambi never appeared in the [[Donkey Kong Country (television series)|animated series]], he was featured in a commercial for the Game Boy Color remake of the original ''Donkey Kong Country'' video game that featured Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, [[General Klump]], and [[Krusha (character)|Krusha]] in their designs from the show's second season, with Rambi presented in a very similar style. | *Although Rambi never appeared in the [[Donkey Kong Country (television series)|animated series]], he was featured in a commercial for the Game Boy Color remake of the original ''Donkey Kong Country'' video game that featured Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, [[General Klump]], and [[Krusha (character)|Krusha]] in their designs from the show's second season, with Rambi presented in a very similar style. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||