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 yellow Giant Donkey Kong represents the original Donkey Kong, the titular antagonist of the Donkey Kong arcade game, who is originally depicted as a large gorilla with a yellow color scheme. The red Peach ally represents the Lady, the damsel-in-distress of Donkey Kong, who is originally depicted as a blonde woman wearing a red dress. The stage is based on 75m, the third stage in Donkey Kong, which features the original 8-bit form of Donkey Kong as a stage hazard. The Barrel items represent the barrels that Donkey Kong throws down the tilted structures during the first stage of Donkey Kong. The first battle condition references the main gameplay of Donkey Kong, where Jumpman, the playable protagonist of the game, must reach the end of each level to rescue the Lady from Donkey Kong. The second battle condition references how Donkey Kong cannot be touched or harmed by Jumpman when he reaches the end of each stage of Donkey Kong. The timed stamina battle condition reference how Jumpman must reach the end of each stage within the time limit and in three lives, where one of those lives would be lost if the time limit expires before he reaches the end of the stage. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type references Donkey Kong's villainous role in Donkey Kong by kidnapping the Lady and holding her hostage. 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 yellow Donkey Kong represents Donkey Kong Jr., the titular protagonist of the Donkey Kong Jr. arcade game, who is depicted as a gorilla around the same size as Mario. The Giant Donkey Kong minion represents the original Donkey Kong, the father of Donkey Kong Jr. in the titular arcade game who is held hostage by the game's antagonist, Mario. The stage represents the Vine Scene, the first stage in Donkey Kong Jr. which features a jungle setting and platforms that resembles the treetops in the stage's foreground. The first battle condition references Mario's villainous role in Donkey Kong Jr. to prevent him from freeing his father by releasing enemies and obstacles at him. The second battle condition references the ending of Donkey Kong Jr. where the titular character rescues Donkey Kong from Mario's captivity and carries him off-screen. Other trivia: This spirit's Grab type and Strong Throw ability further reference the ending of Donkey Kong Jr. where Donkey Kong Jr. carries his rescued father off-screen. In World of Light, the Donkey Kong Jr. spirit is located in the 8-bit area in the Light Realm, 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, the young protagonist of Donkey Kong 3 who wears a cyan shirt. The stage is based on 75m, the third stage of the Donkey Kong arcade game featuring the original Donkey Kong as a stage hazard, who serves as the main antagonist of Donkey Kong 3. The music track features musical themes from Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr., referencing how Donkey Kong 3 serves as the direct sequel to the previous two Donkey Kong arcade games. The Villager starting off with a Gust Bellows represents the fumigator used by Stanley, which exterminate the bugs and pushes Donkey Kong to the top of the screen. Other trivia: This spirit's Shield type references Stanley's role in Donkey Kong 3 by 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: The white Donkey Kong and Slumber Floor hazard represents Cranky Kong, the older, elderly version of the original Donkey Kong who features a large, white beard and demands sleep. The stage is based on Cranky's Cabin, Cranky Kong's home in his debut game, Donkey Kong Country as "Cranky Kong", which features his silhouette in the window. The music track represents the musical theme of the Donkey Kong arcade game, Cranky Kong's debut game as the original Donkey Kong, which he plays during the opening cutscene of Donkey Kong Country. Other trivia: In World of Light, the Cranky Kong spirit is located at Cranky's Cabin in the DK Island map in the Light Realm. 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: The blue Captain Falcon represents Funky Kong, a muscular Kong who wears sunglasses to obscure his eyes and pilots his own aircraft. The Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong minions reference their appearance as the main characters in the Donkey Kong series, who serve as regular customers in Funky Kong's businesses. The music track represents the musical theme of Funky's Flights, an air travel service operation owned by Funky Kong in Donkey Kong Country that transports the Kongs to a previously-visited location. 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, the Funky Kong spirit is located at Funky's Flights in the DK Island map in the Light Realm.
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: The pink Bayonetta represents Candy Kong, a female Kong with a beautiful and curvaceous figure who wears pink 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 appear as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Candy Kong's role in the Donkey Kong series by saving the Kongs' progress in their adventures. This spirit's Critical-Health Stats ↑ ability references Candy's Dance Studio, a remake of Candy's Save Point managed by Candy which allows the Kongs to win extra lives in the Game Boy Advance remake of Donkey Kong Country. In World of Light, the Candy Kong spirit is located at Candy's Save Point in the DK Island map in the Light Realm.
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-furred Kong who shares Donkey Kong's facial appearance. The music track represents the musical theme of Funky's Flights, a flight travel service owned by Funky Kong, referencing Swanky Kong's role as the owner of his own 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! which hosts three ball-tossing minigames in a chance to win prizes. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Swanky Kong's role in the Donkey Kong Country series by rewarding them special prizes. This spirit's Banana Gun Equipped ability references the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series.
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 and the stage represents Wrinkly Kong, the deceased member of the Kongs who appears as a white ghost. The Low and High Gravity hazards and battle conditions reference how Wrinkly Kong passes away prior to Donkey Kong 64, but later returns as a ghost, who is often seen floating weightlessly in midair. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Wrinkly Kong's role in the Donkey Kong series by providing the player with information and saving their game. This spirit's Trade-Off Defense ↑ ability references Wrinkly Kong's passing after the events of Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! 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 •The enemy starts with a Super Leaf	Swinger Flinger	Spirit Battle inspiration: The pink Isabelle represents Dixie Kong, a female Kong who features blonde hair and a pink dress. The Diddy Kong minion references his appearance as one of the playable characters along with Dixie in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest, while his 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's signature move, Helicopter Whirl, where she uses her ponytail to spin in midair, allowing 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 blue Diddy Kong represents Lanky Kong, an orange-colored orangutan who wears blue overalls. The music track represents the musical theme of the opening to Donkey Kong 64, which features Lanky Kong in the opening and in the 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: The blue Diddy Kong represents his younger sister, Tiny Kong, who wears a pair of blue overalls. The music track represents the musical theme of the opening to Donkey Kong 64, which features Tiny Kong in the opening and in the lyrics. The Heavy Wind and Low Gravity hazards reference Pony Tail Swirl, an ability used by Tiny Kong in Donkey Kong 64 where she can glide and slowly fall by twirling herself in midair using her twin pigtails. The Tiny rule and timed battle condition reference Mini-Monkey, an ability used by Tiny Kong after entering a Tiny Barrel in Donkey Kong 64 where she can shrink 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 Donkey Kong 64 by aiding the Kongs to defeat King K. Rool. This spirit's Easier Dodging ability references how Tiny uses her flying ability to dodge enemy attacks. In World of Light, the Tiny Kong spirit is located in the Lost Woods area of the Sacred Land map in the Dark Realm, 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: The yellow Donkey Kong represents Chunky Kong, the strongest playable Kong character in Donkey Kong 64. The music track represents the musical theme of the opening to Donkey Kong 64, which features Chunky Kong in the opening and in the lyrics. The battle condition references Primate Punch, the first special move learned by Chunky in Donkey Kong 64 where he uses a powerful punch attack which can defeat stronger enemies. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type references how Chunky is the strongest member of the Kongs in Donkey Kong 64, who uses powerful physical attacks.
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 white Donkey Kong and battle condition represents Rambi the Rhino, who has the ability to charge and ram into his enemies. The stage and music track represent Jungle Hijinxs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country which first features Rambi as a playable character. 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, the Rambi spirit is located in the Forest Hill map, an animal-themed dungeon in the Light Realm.
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: The blue Corrin is a water-based swordsman whose dash attacks resemble a pointed bill, representing Enguarde the Swordfish, a blue pointed-bill fish. The stage represents the swimming levels in the Donkey Kong series, which feature Enguarde as a playable character. The Buoyancy Reduced rule and battle conditions reference Enguarde's ability to help the Kongs travel underwater and to attack underwater enemies by dashing into them. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type further references Enguarde's swordfish species and his 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, the Enguarde spirit is located in a large body of water on the DK Island map in the Light Realm, further referencing the swimming levels in the Donkey Kong series, which feature Enguarde as a playable character.
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, representing Squawk the Parrot, a green-and-yellow parrot. The stage, music track, and Fog hazard represent Torchlight Trouble, a dark, cavernous stage in Donkey Kong Country where Squawks guides the Kongs through with a lantern. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Squawks' role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. This spirit's Support and Grab types and the Fog Immunity ability further reference Squawks' appearance in Torchlight Trouble in DOnkey Kong Country where he carries the lantern to help the Kongs navigate through the darkness. In World of Light, the 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 Donkey Kong Country 2: 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's black costume features Falco wearing red shoes, representing Expresso the Ostrich, a bird character with a black color scheme who wears sneakers featuring a red color scheme. The stage and Slippery Stage rule reference Expresso's ability to run fast, as the stage is based on the Green Hill Zone in the Sonic the Hedgehog series, which primarily features characters running at high speed. The third battle condition references Expresso's ability to glide in the air and fall slowly by flapping his wings. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Expresso's role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. 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 and battle conditions represent Winky the Frog, an amphibian character with a green color scheme who has the ability to perform high jumps and defeat powerful enemies by jumping on them. The stage represents Donkey Kong Island, the main setting of Winky's debut game, Donkey Kong Country which features worlds similar to the stage's layouts, including jungles, mountains, cloudy mountain peaks, and a subterranean factory with moving platforms. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Winky's role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. This spirit's Attack type 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: The pink Diddy Kong represents Squitter the Spider, an arachnid wearing pink shoes who assists Diddy Kong in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. The stage featuring platforms over the water and the Move Speed ↓ rule reference Squitter's webs, which can trap and defeat enemies and creates platforms in midair for Squitter to travel on. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Squitter's role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. This spirit's Grab type and Sticky-Floor Immunity ability further reference Squitter's webs, which can trap and defeat enemies, which Squitter can travel freely on.
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: The Crafted Yoshi and battle conditions represent Rattly the Rattlesnake, a green reptilian character who has the ability to perform high jumps. The stage represents the jungle area of Animal Antics, the fourty-sixth level in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest, which features Rattly as a playable character. The music track represents the musical theme of Rattle Battle, the fourteenth stage in Diddy's Kong Quest, which features Rattly as a playable character. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Rattly's role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. This spirit's Jump ↑ ability further references Rattly's ability to perform high jumps.
157		Ellie	•Squirtle Team ×4		2,100	Jungle Japes	N/A	•The enemy favors neutral specials	Snakey Chantey	Spirit Battle inspiration: The purple Squirtle's favored Water Gun represents Ellie the Elephant, who has the ability to shoot water from her trunk. The stage represents Lakeside Limbo, the first level in Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! featuring a boardwalk over water which first features Ellie as a playable character. Other trivia: This spirit's Support type references Ellie's role in the Donkey Kong series as the Kongs' Animal Friend. This spirit's Water & Ice Attack ↑ ability references how Ellie attacks by shooting water from her trunk. In World of Light, the Ellie spirit is located on a bridge over water in the jungle area in 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: The white Donkey Kong and battle condition represents Super Kong, the white-furred version of Donkey Kong summoned by Professor Chops in Donkey Kong Country Returns who is invincible against enemy attacks. The stage and music track represent Jungle Hijinxs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country Returns which first features Professor Chops as the Tutorial Pig. The Banana Peel item represents the Bananas, which appears as the collectible item in the Donkey Kong series. 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 provide 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: The blue King K. Rool represents Kritter, a Kremling enemy working under King K. Rool who commonly appears as a blue-colored enemy. The stage and music track represent Jungle Hijinxs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country which first features Kritter as an enemy. King K. Rool starting off with a Rocket Belt references the rocket-powered bongos Kritter uses in his appearance in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. Other trivia: In World of Light, Kritter's spirit is located in the DK Island map, a Donkey Kong-themed dungeon in the Light Realm.
160		Zinger	•Pikachu		1,800	The Great Cave Offensive (Ω form)	•Item: Unira	•The enemy's throwing-type items have increased power	Stickerbush Symphony	Spirit Battle inspiration: Pikachu's cap featuring black-and-yellow stripes and the Unira item represents Zinger, an enemy wasp who features a black-and-yellow stripe design and is protected by its spines. The stage represents Reptile Rumble, the first cave stage in Donkey Kong Country which feature Zingers as enemies. The music track represents the musical theme of Bramble Blast, a bramble stage in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest which features Zingers as enemies. Other trivia: This spirit's Shield type further references how Zingers cannot be defeated under normal circumstances. In World of Light, the Zinger spirit located at the entrance of the caves in the DK Island map in the Light Realm, further referencing the cave stages the feature Zingers as enemies.
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 Kremling who appears as the Assist Trophy enemy. The stage and the Klaptrap Assist Trophy appearing more than once at a time reference the Klaptrap's status as a common enemy in their debut game, Donkey Kong Country. The music track represents the musical theme of Bramble Blast, a bramble stage in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest which features Klampon, a variation of the Klaptrap, as an enemy. 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: The brown King K. Rool's Blunderbuss features King K. Rool donning a pirate hat, representing his pirate alter-ego, Kaptain K. Rool, who wears a brown trench coat and a pirate hat. The stage and music track represent the Flying Krock, a flying airship used by Kaptain K. Rool in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest, which serves as the main setting for Kaptain K. Rool's first boss battle in the K. Rool Duel level. The Invisibility rule references Kaptain K. Rool's first boss battle, where he will occasionally turn invisible during the battle's last phase. King K. Rool's frequent Blundebuss and first battle condition reference Kaptain K. Rool's boss battles, where he uses the blunderbuss as his main weapon to shoot Kannonballs, spiked Kannonballs, and status-afflicting mists. King K. Rool's Blast-o-Matic Final Smash features Crocodile Isle, a mountainous naval fortress in Donkey Kong 64, which is the reconstructed version of the similarly named main setting of Diddy's Kong Quest, which serves as Kaptain K. Rool's base of operations. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type references how Kaptain K. Rool uses powerful attacks with his blunderbuss. In World of Light, the Kaptain K. Rool spirit is featured on Galeem's side of the Final Battle map while the Mipha spirit is featured across from him on Galeem's side, referencing how both characters are leaders of an amphibious race with opposing roles, with Kaptain K. Rool serving as the villainous leader of the Kremling race.
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 stage and music track represent Jungle Hijinxs, the first level in Donkey Kong Country Returns which first features the Tiki Tak Tribe as enemies. 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's white costume is based on Lord Fredrik, the leader of the Snowmads, a team of animal enemies similar to King K. Rool's Kremlings. 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 stage and 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 in the beginning of Tropical Freeze. 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 yellow Yoshi represents Kip, a small reptilian character with a large snout, while the Yoshi Team's four fighters reference the four-player mode of Kip's debut game, Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. The stage featuring islands and water represents the seaside courses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, while 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 represents the rocket-powered bongos Kip uses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, in which all players use them as an aerial form of transportation. Other trivia: This spirit's Jump ↑ ability references the flying gameplay mechanic of Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. This spirit is featured in the Funky Kong's Shack shop, which sells spirits related to vehicles or transportation, referencing how Kip's rocket-powered bongos in this spirit's artwork is a form of racing transportation.
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 jewelry, while the Wendy Team's four fighters reference the four-player mode of Kalypso's debut game, Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. The stage represents the DK Jungle courses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, while the music track references how DK: Jungle Climber and Donkey Kong Barrel Blast are both Donkey Kong spin-off games. Wendy starting off with a Rocket Belt represents the rocket-powered bongos Kip uses in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, in which all players use them as an aerial form of transportation, while the "increased move speed" battle condition references Kalypso's top speed stats in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast. Other trivia: This spirit's Rocket Belt Equipped ability further references how each character in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast uses rocket-powered bongos. In World of Light, the Kalypso 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: The purple Ryu represents Karate Kong, a martial artist Kong who wears a purple karate uniform. The stage's river setting and Ω form represents the river in the Pineapple Kingdom, the sixth kingdom in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat where Donkey Kong battles Karate Kong on a log drifting on the river. Ryu's Shin Shoryuken Final Smash, the High Gravity Hazard, Hard to Launch rule, and battle conditions reference Karate Kong's boss battle, a stamina battle which does not involve jumping where Karate Kong relies on using powerful physical attacks. Other trivia: This spirit's Attack type and Fist Attack ↑ ability reference Karate Kong's usage of hand-to-hand combat in his boss battle.
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	The black Donkey Kong represents Ninja Kong, a large burly Kong with a black color scheme. The stage and music track represents the barren forest-like setting of Battle for Storm Hill, the first stage of the Durian Kingdom in Donkey Kong: Jungle Beat where Donkey Kong battles Ninja Kong on a stone pillar. Donkey Kong's favored Headbutt, Jungle Rush Final Smash, and 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.