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'''Ninjapes''' are enemies appearing in ''[[Donkey Kong Jungle Beat]]'' and it’s enhanced remake, ''[[New Play Control! Donkey Kong Jungle Beat]]''. They appear to be [[Helper Monkey|Helper Monkies]] who turned towards the lifestyle the of the ninja and originally oppose [[Donkey Kong]] in the first levels they’re seen in, in favor of working for the enemy Kongs. After Donkey Kong defeats his all his enemies, the Ninjapes have a much higher respect for him and seem to be aligned with him as they can be seen clapping and chanting for Donkey Kong at the end of the game. Despite their misleading name, Ninjapes are not apes, but are, in fact, monkeys.
'''Ninjapes''' are enemies appearing in ''[[Donkey Kong Jungle Beat]]'' and its enhanced remake, ''[[New Play Control! Donkey Kong Jungle Beat]]''. They appear to be [[Helper Monkey]]s who turned towards the lifestyle the of the ninja and originally oppose [[Donkey Kong]] in the first levels they’re seen in, in favor of working for the enemy Kongs. After Donkey Kong defeats his all his enemies, the Ninjapes have a much higher respect for him and seem to be aligned with him as they can be seen clapping and chanting for Donkey Kong at the end of the game. Despite their name, Ninjapes are not apes, but are, in fact, monkeys.


Ninjapes first appear in the same kingdom that [[Ninja Kong]] first appears in, the [[Durian Kingdom]]. It would seem likely that they have an alliance with Ninja Kong, but this is unconfirmed.
Ninjapes first appear in the same kingdom in which [[Ninja Kong]] first appears, the [[Durian Kingdom]].
Donkey Kong must also race the Ninjapes. Black, Blue, Green, and Red ones in the [[Star Fruit Kingdom]]'s level, [[Ninjape Rally]].
 
Donkey Kong must also race Ninjapes in the [[Star Fruit Kingdom]]'s level, [[Ninjape Rally]].


==Variants==
==Variants==
There are four different types of Ninjapes: Black, Blue, Green and Red, each with their own specialized attacks and quirks.
There are four different types of Ninjapes: black, blue, green, and red, each with their own specialized attacks and traits.
 
===Black Ninjapes===
===Black Ninjapes===
Black Ninjapes seem to be the primary warriors of the organization, rushing straight at [[Donkey Kong]] and attacking him with swords. They will jump high into the air, and then shoot themselves at the heroic ape. Fortunately, before they shoot towards Donkey Kong, they will pause for a moment. If Donkey Kong uses the [[Sound Wave Attack]] while they are in the air, lightning will strike them, stunning them and allowing Donkey Kong to attack them.
Black Ninjapes seem to be the primary warriors of the organization, rushing straight at [[Donkey Kong]] and attacking him with swords. They will jump high into the air, and then shoot themselves at the heroic ape. Fortunately, before they shoot towards Donkey Kong, they will pause for a moment. If Donkey Kong uses the [[Sound Wave Attack]] while they are in the air, lightning will strike them, stunning them and allowing Donkey Kong to attack them.
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===Green Ninjapes===
===Green Ninjapes===
Green Ninjapes are more cowardly. They will simply throw shurikens at Donkey Kong from a distance, and run away when he gets too close. Luckily, Donkey Kong is much faster than them, so he can easily catch up with them.
Green Ninjapes are more cowardly. They will simply throw shurikens at Donkey Kong from a distance, and run away when he gets too close. Luckily, Donkey Kong is much faster than them, so he can easily catch up with them.
===Blue Ninjapes===
===Blue Ninjapes===
Blue Ninjapes appear most often when Donkey Kong is going through the air with a [[Helibird]]. They will throw shurikens at Donkey Kong, then disappear when he gets too close.
Blue Ninjapes appear most often when Donkey Kong is going through the air with a [[Helibird]]. They will throw shurikens at Donkey Kong, then disappear when he gets too close.
===Red Ninjapes===
===Red Ninjapes===
Red Ninjapes are invulnerable, and sit on [[Fire Pig Poppo]]s, and [[Kiba Pig Poppo]]s. When the Hawgs are attacked, they disappear. These are unattackable and do not affect Donkey Kong. They also appear on cannons, and likewise, they escape when DK gets near.
Red Ninjapes are invulnerable, and sit on [[Fire Pig Poppo]]s, and [[Kiba Pig Poppo]]s. When the Hawgs are attacked, they disappear. These are unattackable and do not affect Donkey Kong. They also appear on cannons, and likewise, they escape when DK gets near.

Revision as of 04:17, July 10, 2019

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Template:Species-infobox Ninjapes are enemies appearing in Donkey Kong Jungle Beat and its enhanced remake, New Play Control! Donkey Kong Jungle Beat. They appear to be Helper Monkeys who turned towards the lifestyle the of the ninja and originally oppose Donkey Kong in the first levels they’re seen in, in favor of working for the enemy Kongs. After Donkey Kong defeats his all his enemies, the Ninjapes have a much higher respect for him and seem to be aligned with him as they can be seen clapping and chanting for Donkey Kong at the end of the game. Despite their name, Ninjapes are not apes, but are, in fact, monkeys.

Ninjapes first appear in the same kingdom in which Ninja Kong first appears, the Durian Kingdom.

Donkey Kong must also race Ninjapes in the Star Fruit Kingdom's level, Ninjape Rally.

Variants

There are four different types of Ninjapes: black, blue, green, and red, each with their own specialized attacks and traits.

Black Ninjapes

Black Ninjapes seem to be the primary warriors of the organization, rushing straight at Donkey Kong and attacking him with swords. They will jump high into the air, and then shoot themselves at the heroic ape. Fortunately, before they shoot towards Donkey Kong, they will pause for a moment. If Donkey Kong uses the Sound Wave Attack while they are in the air, lightning will strike them, stunning them and allowing Donkey Kong to attack them.

Black Ninjapes seen in Battle for Storm Hill

Green Ninjapes

Green Ninjapes are more cowardly. They will simply throw shurikens at Donkey Kong from a distance, and run away when he gets too close. Luckily, Donkey Kong is much faster than them, so he can easily catch up with them.

Blue Ninjapes

Blue Ninjapes appear most often when Donkey Kong is going through the air with a Helibird. They will throw shurikens at Donkey Kong, then disappear when he gets too close.

Red Ninjapes

Red Ninjapes are invulnerable, and sit on Fire Pig Poppos, and Kiba Pig Poppos. When the Hawgs are attacked, they disappear. These are unattackable and do not affect Donkey Kong. They also appear on cannons, and likewise, they escape when DK gets near.

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japanese ニンザル
NinZaru
From "Ninja" and a corruption of "Osaru", which means monkey. Translated as "NinMonkey" in the game files.[1]

References

  1. ^ Donkey Kong Jungle Beat internal filename (ObjectData/NinMonkey.arc)