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==Synopsis== | ==Synopsis== | ||
The show stars [[Donkey Kong]], an anthropomorphic ape | The show stars [[Donkey Kong]], an anthropomorphic ape who happens to stumble upon the [[Crystal Coconut]] in the temple of [[Inka Dinka Doo]]. After finding the artifact, Donkey Kong is named the future ruler of [[Donkey Kong Island|Kongo Bongo Island]]. As he and his friends wait for the day when the Crystal Coconut will proclaim him the ruler of the island, they strive to keep it safe from the clutches of the villainous [[King K. Rool]] and his minions, who desire the coconut so that K. Rool may rule the island himself using its power. | ||
==Cast== | ==Cast== | ||
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===Early ideas=== | ===Early ideas=== | ||
Early reference sketches for production depict multiple concepts that were considered but ultimately unused in the show proper, including the [[Animal Friends]] characters [[Rambi]], [[Expresso]], and [[Winky]], a more game-accurate appearance for Candy Kong | Early reference sketches for production depict multiple concepts that were considered but ultimately unused in the show proper, including the [[Animal Friends]] characters [[Rambi]], [[Expresso]], and [[Winky]], a more game-accurate appearance for Candy Kong and a desert-like area for Kongo Bongo Island. | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Dkc cartoon character lineup.png|Character size chart showing the Animal Friends and a different design for Candy Kong | Dkc cartoon character lineup.png|Character size chart showing the Animal Friends and a different design for Candy Kong | ||
Dkc cartoon wrap around.png|Reference sheet for Donkey Kong, King. K Rool, Krusha | Dkc cartoon wrap around.png|Reference sheet for Donkey Kong, King. K Rool, Krusha and Klump | ||
Dkc cartoon treehouse concept art.png|Concept art for [[DK's Tree House]] | Dkc cartoon treehouse concept art.png|Concept art for [[DK's Tree House]] | ||
Dkc cartoon kongo bongo concept art.png|Partially-covered concept art for Kongo Bongo Island | Dkc cartoon kongo bongo concept art.png|Partially-covered concept art for Kongo Bongo Island | ||
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==References in later media== | ==References in later media== | ||
*''[[Super Mario-kun]]'': One volume features appearances by Bluster Kong and the | *''[[Super Mario-kun]]'': One volume features appearances by Bluster Kong and the series' version of Candy Kong. | ||
*''[[Donkey Kong 64]]'': Cranky Kong's chemistry hobby is retained in this game. Crystal Coconuts are used to power the [[Kong Barrel]] powers and the Klump in the intro is stated by the manual to be General Klump. | *''[[Donkey Kong 64]]'': Cranky Kong's chemistry hobby is retained in this game. Crystal Coconuts are used to power the [[Kong Barrel]] powers and the Klump in the intro is stated by the manual to be General Klump. | ||
*''[[Donkey Konga 3 JP]]'': The Japanese opening and ending themes of the | *''[[Donkey Konga 3 JP]]'': The Japanese opening and ending themes of the series are featured as songs that can be played. | ||
*''[[Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D]]'': For the game's marketing campaign, Nintendo UK's {{wp|Facebook}} page posted {{media link|DKC Returns 3D DKC cartoon reference.jpeg|an image}} titled "What is your Donkey Kong name?". Two of the names listed are "Bluster" and "Eddie", referencing Bluster Kong and Eddie the Mean Old Yeti. | *''[[Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D]]'': For the game's marketing campaign, Nintendo UK's {{wp|Facebook}} page posted {{media link|DKC Returns 3D DKC cartoon reference.jpeg|an image}} titled "What is your Donkey Kong name?". Two of the names listed are "Bluster" and "Eddie", referencing Bluster Kong and Eddie the Mean Old Yeti. | ||
*''[[Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Nintendo Switch)|Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze]]'': In the [[Nintendo Switch]] version of the game, [[Tawks]] will sometimes tell [[Funky Kong]] to "give 'em the old banana slamma, dude,"<ref>Nintendo Life (April 25, 2018). [https://youtu.be/K_yaJjLiS_8 Weird Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Switch TV Show Easter Egg]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.</ref> which is a reference to Donkey Kong's catchphrase | *''[[Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Nintendo Switch)|Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze]]'': In the [[Nintendo Switch]] version of the game, [[Tawks]] will sometimes tell [[Funky Kong]] to "give 'em the old banana slamma, dude,"<ref>Nintendo Life (April 25, 2018). [https://youtu.be/K_yaJjLiS_8 Weird Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Switch TV Show Easter Egg]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.</ref> which is a reference to Donkey Kong's catchphrase in the series. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*In the Japanese dub, the voice actors for Donkey Kong and Candy Kong, Kōichi Yamadera and Mika Kanai, were married to each other during the show's run. | *In the Japanese dub, the voice actors for Donkey Kong and Candy Kong, Kōichi Yamadera and Mika Kanai, were married to each other during the show's run. | ||
*A running gag throughout the show involves Donkey Kong (sometimes with Diddy Kong) constantly crashing into trees. | *A running gag throughout the show involves Donkey Kong (sometimes with Diddy Kong) constantly crashing into trees. | ||
*The villains in the show are never referred to as [[Kremling]]s, only as "lizards", "gators" | *The villains in the show are never referred to as [[Kremling]]s, only as "lizards", "gators" and similar terms. However, enemies like [[Kritter]]s and [[Klaptrap]]s are still referred to by their names from the games. | ||
*All non-Kremling enemies from the first game ([[Zinger]]s, [[Gnawty|Gnawties]], [[Manky Kong]]s, etc.) are omitted | *All non-Kremling enemies from the first game ([[Zinger]]s, [[Gnawty|Gnawties]], [[Manky Kong]]s, etc.) are omitted and the Kremlings' military force is mostly simplified to Kritters and Klaptraps (the latter of which is considered ammunition for weapons instead of troops). [[Rock Kroc]]s additionally do not appear, nor do any of the [[Animal Friends]]. The only character to neither be a Kong nor a Kremling to have a model in the show is [[Polly Roger]], while [[Inka Dinka Doo]] is part of the scenery. | ||
*In multiple episodes, Donkey Kong admits to being a fan of {{wp|King Kong}}; this is ironic considering that {{wp|Universal Studios}} [[List of controversies#Universal Studios|attempted to sue Nintendo]] for a copyright dispute based on the similarities between ''[[Donkey Kong (game)|Donkey Kong]]'' and King Kong. | *In multiple episodes, Donkey Kong admits to being a fan of {{wp|King Kong}}; this is ironic considering that {{wp|Universal Studios}} [[List of controversies#Universal Studios|attempted to sue Nintendo]] for a copyright dispute based on the similarities between ''[[Donkey Kong (game)|Donkey Kong]]'' and King Kong. | ||
*''Donkey Kong Country'' is the most recent television series derived from the ''[[Super Mario (franchise)|Super Mario]]'' franchise, not counting ''[[Donkey Kong Planet]]''. | *''Donkey Kong Country'' is the most recent television series derived from the ''[[Super Mario (franchise)|Super Mario]]'' franchise, not counting ''[[Donkey Kong Planet]]''. | ||