List of spirits (Donkey Kong series)

The following is the list of the spirits from the Donkey Kong series in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Primary Spirits

No.	Image	Name	Type	Class	Slot	Base	Max	Base	Max	Base	Max	Ability	Origin Game	Acquisition
137		Donkey Kong & Lady		★★★★	⬡⬡⬡	4,047	10,119	2,386	5,967	1,432	3,580	Strong Throw	Donkey Kong	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 15,000G
138		Donkey Kong Jr.		★★★	⬡	2,696	8,132	1,374	4,143	1,170	3,529	Strong Throw	Donkey Kong Jr. (Artwork: Donkey Kong Jr. Math)	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 6000G
139		Stanley		★★	⬡⬡	1,624	6,519	763	3,064	861	3,455	No Effect	Donkey Kong 3	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
140		Cranky Kong		★★★	⬡⬡⬡	2,918	8,798	1,378	4,155	1,324	3,992	Speed ↓	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country Returns)	•Summon with cores from Cyrus & Reese and Wrinkly Kong •Battle via World of Light (DK Island) •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 6000G (unlocked after obtaining spirit once)
145		Dixie Kong		★★★	⬡⬡⬡	2,526	7,600	1,288	3,876	1,238	3,724	Can Be Enhanced at Lv. 99	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze)	•Summon with cores from Tiny Kong and Candy Kong •Battle via Spirit Board (unlocked after obtaining spirit once) •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 6000G (unlocked after obtaining spirit once)
146		Dixie Kong & Kiddy Kong		★★★★	⬡⬡⬡	4,465	11,167	2,212	5,531	2,001	5,004	Thrown Items ↑	Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!	•Enhance the Dixie Kong spirit
147		Lanky Kong		★★	⬡⬡⬡	1,505	6,023	775	3,102	730	2,921	No Effect	Donkey Kong 64	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
149		Chunky Kong		★★	⬡⬡	1,707	6,851	939	3,768	768	3,083	No Effect	Donkey Kong 64	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
150		Rambi		★★★	⬡	2,662	8,026	1,024	3,087	1,536	4,631	Speed ↑	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country Returns)	•Battle via World of Light (Forest Hill) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 6000G
151		Enguarde		★★	⬡	2,018	8,078	1,076	4,306	828	3,315	Electric Weakness	Donkey Kong Country	•Battle via World of Light (DK Island) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
159		Kritter		★	⬡	956	4,782	631	3,156	325	1,626	No Effect	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Barrel Blast)	•Battle via World of Light (DK Island) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
160		Zinger		★		1,208	6,041	767	3,836	441	2,205	No Effect	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: DK: Jungle Climber)	•Battle via World of Light (DK Island) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
161		Klaptrap		★★		1,926	7,742	1,176	4,728	676	2,717	Weight ↓	Donkey Kong Country	•Complete Challenge (Classic Mode): As King K. Rool, reach the goal in Bonus Game within 45 seconds. •Battle via Spirit Board (unlocked after obtaining spirit once) •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G (unlocked after obtaining spirit once)
162		Kaptain K. Rool		★★★★	⬡⬡	4,232	10,583	2,243	5,609	1,989	4,974	No Effect	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest	•Battle via World of Light (The Final Battle - Dark) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 15,000G
163		Baron K. Roolenstein		★★★	⬡⬡⬡	2,933	8,826	1,584	4,766	1,349	4,060	No Effect	Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!	•Summon with cores from Dr. Crygor, Kritter, and The Creature & Flea Man
165		Tiki Tak Tribe		★	⬡⬡⬡	990	4,952	314	1,571	638	3,191	Fire Weakness	Donkey Kong Country Returns	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
166		Lord Fredrik		★	⬡	959	4,801	516	2,582	389	1,948	Weight ↑	Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
167		Kip		★	⬡	858	4,300	409	2,049	401	2,008	Jump ↑	Donkey Kong Barrel Blast	•Purchase at Funky Kong's Shack for 500SP •Battle via Spirit Board
170		Karate Kong		★★★	⬡	2,643	7,970	1,385	4,177	1,157	3,487	Fist Attack ↑	Donkey Kong Jungle Beat	•Purchase at Anna's Emporium for 4000SP •Battle via Spirit Board
171		Ninja Kong		★	⬡	1,052	5,265	631	3,159	421	2,106	No Effect	Donkey Kong Jungle Beat	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G

Support Spirits

No.	Image	Name	Class	Cost	Ability	Origin Game	Acquisition
142		Candy Kong	★★	⬢	Critical-Health Stats ↑	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: DK: Jungle Climber)	•Battle via World of Light (DK Island) •Battle via Spirit Board (unlocked after obtaining spirit once) •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G (unlocked after obtaining spirit once)
143		Swanky Kong	★	⬢	Banana Gun Equipped	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
144		Wrinkly Kong	★★	⬢	Trade-Off Defense ↑	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest (Artwork: DK: Jungle Climber)	•Treasure Chest in World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board (unlocked after obtaining spirit once) •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G (unlocked after obtaining spirit once)
148		Tiny Kong	★★★	⬢	Easier Dodging	Donkey Kong 64	•Battle via World of Light (Sacred Land) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 6000G
152		Squawks	★★	⬢⬢	Fog Immunity	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country Returns)	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
153		Expresso	★	⬢	Trade-Off Speed ↑	Donkey Kong Country	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
154		Winky	★	⬢	Foot Attack ↑	Donkey Kong Country	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
155		Squitter	★★	⬢⬢	Sticky-Floor Immunity	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
156		Rattly	★★	⬢	Jump ↑	Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest	•Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 1000G
157		Ellie	★	⬢	Water & Ice Attack ↑	Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
158		Professor Chops	★	⬢	Stamina ↑	Donkey Kong Country Returns	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
164		Blast-o-Matic	★★★★	⬢	Giant Killer	Donkey Kong 64 (Artwork: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)	•Purchase at Sheldon's Place for 10,000SP
168		Kalypso	★	⬢	Rocket Belt Equipped	Donkey Kong Barrel Blast	•Battle via World of Light (The Light Realm) •Battle via Spirit Board •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 500G
169		Donkey Kong & Bongos	★★	⬢	Perfect-Shield Reflect	Donkey Konga	•Purchase at Timmy and Tommy's for 1000SP

Master Spirit

No.	Image	Name	Facility	Origin Game	Acquisition	Music
141		Funky Kong	Shopping (Funky Kong's Shack)	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze)	•Battle via World of Light (DK Island)	Funky's Fugue

Fighter Spirits

No.	Image	Alternate Artwork	Name	Origin Game	Acquisition
134			Donkey Kong	Donkey Kong (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze)	•Complete Classic Mode with Donkey Kong •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 300G
135			Diddy Kong	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze)	•Complete Classic Mode with Diddy Kong •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 300G (after unlocking Diddy Kong)
136			King K. Rool	Donkey Kong Country (Artwork: DK: Jungle Climber)	•Complete Classic Mode with King K. Rool •Purchase from the Vault Shop for 300G (after unlocking King K. Rool)

Spirit Battles

Spirit			Battle parameters							Inspiration
No.	Image	Name	Enemy Fighter(s)	Type	Power	Stage	Rules	Conditions	Music
137		Donkey Kong & Lady	•Giant Donkey Kong (250 HP) •Ally: Peach (120 HP)		13,500	75m	•Item Tidal Wave	•You lose if your CPU ally is KO'd •The enemy has super armor and is hard to launch or make flinch •Timed stamina battle (1:30)	Donkey Kong / Donkey Kong Jr. Medley	Spirit Battle inspiration: The Giant Donkey Kong represents the original Donkey Kong, who was originally depicted as giant. Donkey Kong's yellow costume references the original Donkey Kong's yellow color scheme. The red Peach ally represents the Lady, Donkey Kong's hostage who was originally depicted as a blonde woman with a red dress. The stage and music track represent Donkey Kong and the Lady's debut in the original Donkey Kong arcade game. The stage features the original 8-bit form of Donkey Kong as a stage hazard. The Barrel items reference the barrels that Donkey Kong throws in the first stage of Donkey Kong. The first and third battle conditions reference the main gameplay of Donkey Kong in which Jumpman, the playable protagonist, must reach the end of each stage within each stage's time limit and three lives to rescue the Lady from Donkey Kong. The Super Armor battle condition references how Donkey Kong cannot be touched or harmed when Jumpman reaches the end of each stage. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type references how Donkey Kong kidnaps the Lady in Donkey Kong. This spirit's Strong Throw ability references Donkey Kong's ability to throw down barrels in the first level of Donkey Kong.
138		Donkey Kong Jr.	•Donkey Kong •Giant Donkey Kong		9,000	Kongo Jungle (hazards off)	N/A	•Defeat the main fighter to win •The enemy's throws have increased power •Reinforcements will appear during the battle	Donkey Kong / Donkey Kong Jr. Medley	Spirit Battle inspiration: The smaller-than-normal Donkey Kong represents Donkey Kong Jr., while the Giant Donkey Kong minion represents the original Donkey Kong. The stage references the jungle stages of Donkey Kong Jr., while the music track features the musical theme for the first jungle stage. The third battle condition references the ending of Donkey Kong Jr. where the titular character must rescue Donkey Kong from Mario's captivity. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type and Strong Throw ability reference how Donkey Kong Jr. carries his rescued father off-screen at the end of Donkey Kong Jr. In World of Light, Donkey Kong Jr.'s spirit is located in the Pac-Maze section, referencing how Donkey Kong Jr. debuted as an 8-bit character.
139		Stanley	•Villager		3,700	75m	N/A	•The enemy starts the battle with a Gust Bellows	Donkey Kong / Donkey Kong Jr. Medley	Spirit Battle inspiration: The cyan Villager represents Stanley, a young protagonist with a cyan-colored shirt. The stage and music track reference how Donkey Kong 3, the game in which Stanley appears, is the sequel to Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr. The Villager starting off with a Gust Bellows references how Stanley uses his fumigator to exterminate the bugs and push Donkey Kong to the top. Other trivia: This spirit's Shield type references Stanley's role in defending the greenhouse from Donkey Kong and the bugs.
140		Cranky Kong	•Donkey Kong		9,700	Jungle Japes	•Hazard: Slumber Floor	•The floor is sleep-inducing	Opening - Donkey Kong	Spirit Battle inspiration: Donkey Kong represents his grandfather, Cranky Kong. Donkey Kong's white costume references the white color scheme of Cranky Kong's beard. The stage features Cranky's Cabin, Cranky Kong's home in the Donkey Kong series. Cranky Kong's silhouette appears as a background character in the window. The music track references Cranky Kong's debut as the original Donkey Kong in the titular game, which he plays during the opening cutscene of Donkey Kong Country. The Slumber Floor hazard references how Cranky Kong is an elderly Kong, who is often seen falling asleep. Other trivia: In World of Light, Cranky Kong's spirit is located at his cabin in the DK Island map. This spirit's Speed ↓ ability references how Cranky Kong is an elderly Kong, who is often seen walking slowly in his old age.
141		Funky Kong	•Captain Falcon •Diddy Kong •Donkey Kong		9,000	Kongo Jungle	•Item: Bullet Bill	•The enemy is easily distracted by items	Funky's Fugue	Spirit Battle inspiration: Captain Falcon and Funky Kong are both pilots of their own aircraft. The Diddy Kong and Donkey Kong minions are fellow Kongs along with Funky Kong, and Funky's regular customers in his businesses. The stage and music track represent Funky Kong's debut as an ally in Donkey Kong Country. The music track represents Funky's Flights, Funky's air travel service operation. The Bullet Bill items and battle condition reference how Funky Kong provides the Kongs with guns and projectile-launching weaponry in Donkey Kong 64. Other trivia: In World of Light, Funky Kong's spirit is located at Funky's Flights in the DK Island map.
142		Candy Kong	•Bayonetta		3,800	Kongo Falls	•Item: Bananas	•The enemy starts the battle with a Banana Gun •The enemy has increased move speed	Mangrove Cove	Spirit Battle inspiration: Bayonetta represents Candy Kong, a female Kong with a beautiful and curvaceous figure. Bayonetta's pink costume references the pink color scheme of Candy Kong's clothing. The music track references the jazz-like musical style of Candy's Music Shop, an instrument shop owned by Candy Kong in Donkey Kong 64. Bayonetta starting off with a Banana Gun and the Banana items represent the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Candy Kong's role in aiding the Kongs in their adventures by saving their progress in Donkey Kong Country. This spirit's Critical-Health Stats ↑ ability references Candy's Dance Studio where the Kongs win extra lives in the Game Boy Advance remake of Donkey Kong Country. In World of Light, Candy Kong's spirit is located at Candy's Save Point in the DK Island map.
143		Swanky Kong	•Donkey Kong		1,700	Kongo Jungle	•Item: Beastball	•The enemy is easily distracted by items	Funky's Fugue	Spirit Battle inspiration: The red Donkey Kong represents Swanky Kong, a red-colored Kong who shares Donkey Kong's facial appearance. The music track references how Swanky Kong and Funky Kong are both owners of their respective businesses in the Donkey Kong Country series. The Beastball items references Swanky's Sideshow, a circus-themed attraction owned by Swanky Kong in Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! where he hosts three ball-tossing minigames. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Swanky Kong's role in aiding the Kongs in their adventures by rewarding them special prizes. This spirit's Banana Gun Equipped ability references the Kongs' shared love for bananas.
144		Wrinkly Kong	•Clear Donkey Kong		3,500	Luigi's Mansion	•Hazard: High Gravity •Hazard: Low Gravity	•Your jumping power decreases when the enemy's at high damage •The enemy is less affected by gravity •The enemy starts with damage but is more powerful	The Map Page / Bonus Level (Remix)	Spirit Battle inspiration: The white Clear Donkey Kong represents Wrinkly Kong, the deceased member of the Kongs who appears as a white-colored ghost. The stage further references Wrinkly Kong's status as a ghost, as the stage is based on Luigi's Mansion, which is inhabited by ghosts. The music track references Wrinkly Kong's appearance as an ally in the Donkey Kong Country series. The Low and High Gravity hazards and battle conditions reference how Wrinkly Kong passes away prior to Donkey Kong 64, but returns as a ghost, who is often seen floating weightlessly in midair. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Wrinkly Kong provides information to the player and saves their progress in the Donkey Kong Country series. This spirit's Trade-Off Defense ↑ ability references Wrinkly Kong's passing away and later return as a ghost.
145		Dixie Kong	•Isabelle •Diddy Kong		9,100	Jungle Japes	•Item: Banana Peel	•The enemy is easily distracted by items	Swinger Flinger	Spirit Battle inspiration: The pink Isabelle's color scheme references Dixie Kong's blonde hair and pink shirt. Diddy Kong references his playable appearance with Dixie Kong in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Diddy Kong's pink costume is based on Dixie Kong's color scheme. The music track references Dixie Kong's appearance as a playable character in Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. The Banana items represents the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. Isabelle starting off with a Super Leaf references Dixie Kong's signature move, Helicopter Whirl, which allows her to glide across the stage and reduce falling speed. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type references Dixie's ability to grab and carry objects with her ponytail.
147		Lanky Kong	•Diddy Kong Team ×6		3,900	Kongo Falls	•Item: Bananas	•The enemy is easily distracted by items •Defeat an army of fighters	DK Rap	Spirit Battle inspiration: The Diddy Kong Team's blue costume references the blue color scheme of Lanky Kong's overalls. The music track references Lanky Kong's debut in Donkey Kong 64, who is featured in the DK Rap's lyrics. The Banana items represent the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type references Lanky Kong's ability to stretch out his arms, making it easy for him to defeat enemies and climb up steep walkways.
148		Tiny Kong	•Diddy Kong		9,500	Jungle Japes	•Tiny •Hazard: Low Gravity •Hazard: Heavy Wind	•Dangerously high winds are in effect •Timed battle (1:00) •Gravity is reduced	DK Rap	Spirit Battle inspiration: Diddy Kong represents his younger sister, Tiny Kong. Diddy Kong's blue costume references the blue color scheme of Tiny Kong's clothes. The music track references Tiny Kong's debut in Donkey Kong 64, who is featured in the DK Rap's lyrics. The Heavy Wind and Low Gravity hazards reference Tiny Kong's ability to glide and slowly fall using her pigtails in Donkey Kong 64. The Tiny rule and timed battle condition reference Tiny Kong's ability to shrink using the Tiny Barrel in Donkey Kong 64, which can only be used for a limited time until the player runs out of Crystal Coconuts. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Tiny Kong's role in aiding the Kongs to defeat King K. Rool in Donkey Kong 64. This spirit's Easier Dodging ability references how Tiny uses her flying ability to dodge enemy attacks. In World of Light, Tiny Kong's spirit is located in the Lost Woods area of the Sacred Land map similar to the stage's jungle setting.
149		Chunky Kong	•Donkey Kong		3,800	Jungle Japes	N/A	•The enemy's punches and elbow strikes have increased power	DK Rap	Spirit Battle inspiration: Donkey Kong represents Chunky Kong, a strong, playable Kong character in Donkey Kong 64. The music track represents Chunky Kong's debut in Donkey Kong 64, who is featured in the DK Rap's lyrics. The battle condition references Chunky Kong's Primate Punch, the first special move Chunky learns in Super Mario 64 whose punch can defeat stronger enemies. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type references how Chunky is the strongest member of the Kongs who uses powerful attacks in Donkey Kong 64.
150		Rambi	•Donkey Kong		9,100	Kongo Falls (Ω form)	N/A	•The enemy can deal damage by dashing into you	Jungle Level (Brawl)	Spirit Battle inspiration: The current Donkey Kong and Rambi the Rhino both debuted in Donkey Kong Country. The music track references Jungle Hijinxs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country which first features Rambi as a playable character. The Impact Run battle condition references how Rambi attacks by ramming into his enemies. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type and Speed ↑ ability references Rambi's ability to charge and ram into his enemies. In World of Light, Rambi's spirit is located in the Forest Hill map, an animal-themed dungeon, referencing how Rambi is the Kongs' Animal Friend.
151		Enguarde	•Corrin		3,600	Great Bay	•Buoyancy Reduced	•You can't swim •The enemy's dash attacks have increased power •The enemy favors dash attacks	Ice Cave Chant	Spirit Battle inspiration: Corrin and Enguarde the Swordfish are both associated with water and swords. The stage references the swimming levels in the Donkey Kong series which features Enguarde as a playable character. The music track references Enguarde's debut as an ally in Donkey Kong Country. The Buoyancy Reduced rule and battle conditions reference Enguarde's swimming ability and underwater dash attacks, with Corrin's dash attack resembling Enguarde's pointed bill. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type further references Enguarde's ability to attack underwater enemies by dashing. This spirit's Electric Weakness ability references how Enguarde is an aquatic creature, as water is a conductor for electricity. In World of Light, Enguarde's spirit is located in a large body of water on the DK Island map similar to the stage's water setting.
152		Squawks	•Duck Hunt		4,400	The Great Cave Offensive	•Hazard: Fog	•The stage is covered in fog •Timed battle (1:30)	Ice Cave Chant	Spirit Battle inspiration: The white Duck Hunt features the Duck turning green and yellow, referencing Squawk the Parrot's green-and-yellow color scheme. The stage and Fog hazard reference Torchlight Trouble, a cavernous stage in Squawks' debut game, Donkey Kong Country where Squawks guides the Kongs through the darkness with a lantern. The music track references Squawks' debut as an ally in Donkey Kong Country. Other trivia: This spirit's Support and Grab types reference Squawks' ability to carry the Kongs in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy Kong's Quest. This spirit's Fog Immunity ability further references how Squawks guides the Kongs through the darkness of Torchlight Trouble by carrying a lantern. In World of Light, Squawks' spirit is located at the eastern volcano area in the Light Realm, referencing Squawks' Shaft, a stage within the volcanic Crocodiel Cauldron world in Diddy Kong's Quest.
153		Expresso	•Falco		1,800	Green Hill Zone	•Slippery Stage	•The stage's platforms are very slippery •The enemy has increased move speed •The enemy falls slowly	The Map Page / Bonus Level (Remix)	Spirit Battle inspiration: Falco and Expresso the Ostrich are both bird-like characters. Falco's black costume references Expresso's black color scheme. The stage and battle conditions reference Expresso's ability to run fast, which is often associated with the Sonic the Hedgehog series, and to fall slowly and glide through the air by flapping his wings. The music track references Expresso's debut as an ally in Donkey Kong Country. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Expresso is an Animal Friend to the Kongs. This spirit's Trade-Off Speed ↑ ability references how Expresso is unable to defeat enemies, but makes up for it with his speed.
154		Winky	•Greninja		1,700	Mushroom Kingdom U	N/A	•The enemy deals damage when falling •The enemy has increased jump power	Jungle Level (Brawl)	Spirit Battle inspiration: The green Greninja represents Winky the Frog, a green amphibian character. The music track references Winky's debut as an ally in Donkey Kong Country. The battle conditions reference Winky's ability to perform high jumps and defeat powerful enemies by jumping on them. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Winky is an Animal Friend to the Kongs. This spirit's Attack type further and Foot Attack ↑ ability further references Winky's ability to defeat powerful enemies by stomping on them.
155		Squitter	•Diddy Kong		3,600	Jungle Japes	•Move Speed ↓	•You have reduced move speed	Ice Cave Chant	Spirit Battle inspiration: Diddy Kong and Squitter the Spider are both playable characters in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Quest. The Move Speed ↓ rule references Squitter's webs, which can trap and defeat enemies. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Squitter is an Animal Friend to the Kongs. This spirit's Grab type further references how Squitter's webs can trap and defeat enemies. This spirit's Sticky-Floor Immunity ability references Squitter's ability to travel on his sticky webs.
156		Rattly	•Yoshi		3,400	Kongo Jungle	N/A	•The enemy loves to jump •The enemy has increased jump power	Snakey Chantey	Spirit Battle inspiration: Yoshi and Rattly the Rattlesnake are both green reptilian characters known for their jumping abilities. The music track references Rattle Battle, the fourteenth stage in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest which features Rattly as a playable character. The battle conditions reference Rattly's ability to jump exceptionally high. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Rattly is an Animal Friend to the Kongs. This spirit's Jump ↑ ability further references Rattly's high jumping abilities.
157		Ellie	•Squirtle Team ×4		2,100	Jungle Japes	N/A	•The enemy favors neutral specials	Snakey Chantey	Spirit Battle inspiration: Squirtle and Ellie the Elephant both use water-based attacks. The stage references Lakeside Limbo, the first level in Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! which first features Ellie. The music track reference Ellie's appearance in the Donkey Kong Country series. Squirtle's favored Water Gun references Ellie the Elephant's ability to shoot water from her trunk. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references how Ellie is an Animal Friend to the Kongs. This spirit's Water & Ice Attack ↑ ability references how Ellie attacks by shooting water from her trunk. In World of Light, Ellie's spirit is located on a bridge over water in the jungle area of the Light Realm similar to the stage's setting.
158		Professor Chops	•Donkey Kong		1,700	Kongo Falls	•Item: Banana Peel	•The enemy can instantly escape from movement-disabling moves	Jungle Hijinxs	Spirit Battle trivia: Donkey Kong represents Super Kong, the white-colored version of Donkey Kong summoned by Professor Chops in Donkey Kong Country Returns. The music track references Jungle Hijixs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country Returns that first features Professor Chops as an ally. The Banana Peel item represents the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. The battle condition references Super Kong's invincibility to enemy attacks. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Professor Chops' role in Donkey Kong Country Returns by providing information to the Kongs throughout their adventure. This spirit's Stamina ↑ ability references how Professor Chops' checkpoints provides the Kongs with an Extra Life Balloon if they lose a life after passing the checkpoint.
159		Kritter	•King K. Rool		1,700	Kongo Jungle	•Defense ↑	•The enemy has increased defense •The enemy starts the battle with a Rocket Belt	Jungle Level (64)	Spirit Battle inspiration: King K. Rool and Kritter are both Kremlings, a race of crocodile enemies in the Donkey Kong Country series. The stage and music track reference the Kritter's debut as an enemy in Donkey Kong Country. King K. Rool starting off with a Rocket Belt references Kritter's appearance in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, featured in this spirit's artwork. Other trivia: In World of Light, Kritter's spirit is located in the DK Island map, a Donkey Kong-themed dungeon.
160		Zinger	•Pikachu		1,800	The Great Cave Offensive (Ω form)	•Item: Unira	•The enemy's throwing-type items have increased power	Stickerbush Symphony	Pikachu's cap features black-and-yellow stripes, referencing Zinger's black-and-yellow stripe design. The stage references the various cave stages in the Donkey Kong Country series which feature Zingers as enemies. The music track represents Bramble Blast, a bramble stage from Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest which features Zingers as enemies. The Unira items references the Zinger's spines, which prevent them from being defeated under normal circumstances. Other trivia: This spirit's Shield type further references how Zingers cannot be defeated under normal circumstances. In World of Light, Zinger's spirit located at the entrance of the Caves in the DK Island map similar to the stage's setting.
161		Klaptrap	•Tiny King K. Rool		4,000	Kongo Jungle	•Assist Trophy Enemies (Klaptrap)	•Hostile assist trophies will appear	Stickerbush Symphony	Spirit Battle inspiration: The blue Tiny King K. Rool represents Klaptrap, a small, blue-colored Kremling, which appears as the Assist Trophy enemy. The stage and music track represent Klaptrap's debut as an enemy in Donkey Kong Country. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type references how Klaptrap attacks the player by biting them. This spirit's Weight ↓ ability reference how the Klaptraps are small, lightweight enemies. This spirit is obtainable through its challenge, referencing how Klaptraps work under King K. Rool in the Donkey Kong Country series.
162		Kaptain K. Rool	•King K. Rool (180 HP)		13,500	Halberd	•Invisibility	•The enemy's neutral special has increased power •Stamina battle •The enemy is invisible after a little while	Crocodile Cacophony	Spirit Battle inspiration: King K. Rool represents his pirate alter-ego, Kaptain K. Rool. King K. Rool's brown costume references the brown color scheme of Kaptain K. Rool's trench coat. The stage and music reference the Flying Krock, a flying airship where the boss battle against Kaptain K. Rool takes place in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Quest. King K. Rool's frequent Blunderbuss and the Invisibility rule reference how Kaptain K. Rool uses his blunderbuss as his main weapon and occasionally turns invisible during his first boss battle. King K. Rool also wears his pirate hat while performing his Blunderbuss attack. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type references how Kaptain K. Rool uses powerful attacks with his blunderbuss. In World of Light, Kaptain K. Rool's spirit is located on Dharkon's side on The Final Battle map while Mipha is featured across from him on Galeem's side, referencing how both characters are amphibious monarch characters, with K. Rool being a crocodile king.
165		Tiki Tak Tribe	•Diddy Kong Team		1,700	Kongo Falls	N/A	•Take your strongest team into this no-frills battle	Jungle Hijinxs	Spirit Battle inspiration: The Diddy Kong Team's costumes features different color schemes, referencing the Tiki Tak Tribe's color schemes. The music track references the Tiki Tak Tribe's appearance as enemies in Donkey Kong Country Returns. Other trivia: This spirit's Fire Weakness ability references how the Tiki Tak Tribe is made of wood, which is susceptible to fires. In World of Light, the Tiki Tak Tribe spirit is located in the shrouded forest area in the Light Realm, referencing how the Tiki Tak Tribe is stationed in the rainforests of Donkey Kong Island in Donkey Kong Country Returns.
166		Lord Fredrik	•King K. Rool		2,300	Summit (Battlefield form)	•Hazard: Ice Floor	•The floor is frozen	Swinger Flinger	Spirit Battle inspiration: King K. Rool and Lord Fredrik are both leaders of a team of animal enemies in their respective games. King K. Rool's white costume is based on Lord Fredrik's color scheme. The stage's ice theme and music track references Lord Fredrik's appearance in Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze where he turns Donkey Kong Island into a frozen wasteland. The Ice Floor hazard references how Lord Fredrick uses ice dragons to freeze the arena during his boss battle. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type references Lord Fredrik's takeover of Donkey Kong Island. This spirit's Weight ↑ ability references how Lord Fredrik is a heavyweight character.
167		Kip	•Tiny Yoshi Team ×4		1,800	Yoshi's Story	N/A	•The enemy starts the battle with a Rocket Belt	Boss 2 - DK: Jungle Climber	Spirit Battle inspiration: The Tiny Yoshi represents Kip, a small reptilian character. The Yoshi Team references the 4-player multiplayer mode of Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. The music track references how DK: Jungle Climber and Donkey Kong Barrel Blast are both Donkey Kong spin-off games. Yoshi starting off with a Rocket Belt references the jet-powered bongos each character uses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. Other trivia: This spirit's Jump ↑ ability references the flying gameplay mechanic of Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. This spirit is purchasable at Funky Kong's Shack, a shop that sells spirits related to vehicles or transportation, referencing Kip's rocket-powered bongos in this spirit's artwork.
168		Kalypso	•Wendy Team ×4		1,800	Kongo Falls	N/A	•The enemy starts the battle with a Rocket Belt •The enemy has increased move speed	Boss 2 - DK: Jungle Climber	Spirit Battle inspiration: Wendy represents Kalypso, a female reptilian character who wears makeup and gold jewelery. The Wendy Team references the 4-player multiplayer mode of Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. The music track references how DK: Jungle Climber and Donkey Kong Barrel Blast are both Donkey Kong spin-off games. The "increased move speed" battle condition references Kalypso's top speed stats in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. Wendy starting off with a Rocket Belt references the jet-powered bongos each character uses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. Other trivia: This spirit's Rocket Belt Equipped ability references how each character in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast starts the race with the jet-powered bongos. In World of Light, Kalypso's spirit located at the jungle area in the Light Realm similar to the stage's setting.
170		Karate Kong	•Ryu (160 HP)		9,500	Kongo Falls (Ω form)	•Hard to Launch •Hazard: High Gravity	•The enemy's physical attacks have increased power •Timed stamina battle (1:30) •All fighters have reduced jump ability	Battle for Storm Hill	Spirit Battle inspiration: Ryu and Karate Kong are both experts of martial arts. Ryu's purple costume references the purple color scheme of Karate Kong's karate uniform. The stage references the river where Donkey Kong battles Karate Kong in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat. The music track references Karate Kong's appearance as a boss in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat. The rules and battle conditions reference Karate Kong's boss battle where Karate Kong doesn't jump and instead relies on using powerful phsyical attacks. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type and Fist Attack ↑ ability reference Karate Kong's proficiency with hand-to-hand combat.
171		Ninja Kong	•Donkey Kong		1,900	Distant Planet (Battlefield form)	N/A	•The enemy's kicks and knee strikes have increased power •The enemy favors side specials	Battle for Storm Hill	Donkey Kong and Ninja Kong are both members of the Kongs. Donkey Kong's black costume references Ninja Kong's black color scheme. The stage references the barren forest-like area where Donkey Kong battles Ninja Kong in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat. The music track references Battle for Storm Hill, the first stage of the Durian Kingdom in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat where Ninja Kong serves as its king. The battle conditions reference Ninja Kong's boss battle where he relies on powerful punches and kicks, which can temporarily stun Donkey Kong.

Series Order

Number	Name	Series
134	Donkey Kong	Donkey Kong Series
135	Diddy Kong
136	King K. Rool
137	Donkey Kong & Lady
138	Donkey Kong Jr.
139	Stanley
140	Cranky Kong
141	Funky Kong
142	Candy Kong
143	Swanky Kong
144	Wrinkly Kong
145	Dixie Kong
146	Dixie Kong & Kiddy Kong
147	Lanky Kong
148	Tiny Kong
149	Chunky Kong
150	Rambi
151	Enguarde
152	Squawks
153	Expresso
154	Winky
155	Squitter
156	Rattly
157	Ellie
158	Professor Chops
159	Kritter
160	Zinger
161	Klaptrap
162	Kaptain K. Rool
163	Baron K. Roolenstein
164	Blast-o-Matic
165	Tiki Tak Tribe
166	Lord Fredrik
167	Kip	Donkey Kong: Barrel Blast Donkey Kong: Jet Race
168	Kalypso
169	Donkey Kong & Bongos	Donkey Kong Jungle Beat
170	Karate Kong
171	Ninja Kong

Trivia

• Prior to the 1.1.0 update, Dixie Kong (as well as the Dixie Kong and Kiddy Kong spirit) was ordered before Swanky Kong and Wrinkly Kong.
• The Donkey Kong & Bongos' game of origin is listed as "Donkey Kong Jungle Beat", despite the artwork and specific pairing actually coming from the Donkey Konga series.