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'''Stop & Go Station''' is the ninth level of the popular ''[[Donkey Kong (series)|Donkey Kong]]'' game, ''[[Donkey Kong Country]]''. It is also the fourth level in the [[Monkey Mines]] area.  
'''Stop & Go Station''' is the ninth level of the popular ''[[Donkey Kong (series)|Donkey Kong]]'' game, ''[[Donkey Kong Country]]''. It is also the fourth level in the [[Monkey Mines]] area.  


This unique level takes place inside a mine shaft. Almost every part of the level is guarded by the invincible and incredibly fast [[Rockkroc]] sentinels. The only way past the Rockkrocs is to deactivate them. To do this, the Kongs must hit the 'GO' barrels to switch them to 'STOP'. This causes the green light in the mine to turn into a red one, and while this red light is on, the Rockkrocs are unable to move, rendering them harmless. However, the light only stays red for a limited amount of time. Fortunately for the Kongs, this is the only level in the game where the Rockkrocs are found. This level also marks the first appearance of the [[Klaptrap]] enemies. Besides these foes, no other enemies appear in Stop & Go Station.
This unique level takes place inside a mine shaft. Almost every part of the level is guarded by the invincible and incredibly fast [[Rockkroc]] sentinels. The only way past the Rockkrocs is to deactivate them. To do this, the Kongs must hit barrel switches displaying the word 'GO' to switch them to 'STOP'. This causes the green light in the mine to turn into a red one, and while this red light is on, the Rockkrocs are unable to move, rendering them harmless. However, the light only stays red for a limited amount of time. Fortunately for the Kongs, this is the only level in the game where the Rockkrocs are found. This level also marks the first appearance of the [[Klaptrap]] enemies. Besides these foes, no other enemies appear in Stop & Go Station.
==Level Layout==
==Level Layout==
[[Image:DKCI8165.jpg|thumb|left|180px|Near the beginning of the level.]]
[[Image:DKCI8165.jpg|thumb|left|180px|The primates stand in the beginning portion of the level.]]
At the beginning of the level, the heroes will need to walk through the mine shaft and defeat a Klaptrap to find a 'Go' barrel. The monkeys should hit it so the barrel says 'Stop', causing each Rockkroc to crouch down and become harmless. So, the monkeys will then have to run through the area before the foes get back up. Hitting another barrel nearby to stop the Rockkrocs, the heroes will need to jump up several ledges and beat a lone Klaptrap to find a place where they will need to bounce on a [[tire]] to reach the next 'Go' barrel. Once they hit it, the group should race over a Rockkroc and an abyss to find another barrel to hit. When the heroes touch the barrel, the zombie-like foes will, as usual, take cover, allow the monkeys to progress through the level safely over a wide abyss. After this is passed, they will have to hit another barrel and head over a small gap to meet two more Rockkrocs. The monkeys should run away from them if they are moving, and then touch another barrel over an abyss. Once hit, the Kongs will be free to ride up a platform safely and make it on a high ledge. From there, they will need to hit a nearby 'Go' barrel and hop up some more ledges to dodge Rockkrocs. Afterwards, the group will be able to grab the letter O in an abyss and then hit the nearby [[Star Barrel]].
At the beginning of the level, the Kongs exit a small tunnel and make their way towards several small ledges. After dropping down the second ledge, they find a Klaptrap and a barrel switch that displays the word 'Go'. Once they hit it, the Rockkroc dashing in the small area of land ahead crouches into a ball, allowing the primates to cross. A [[DK Barrel]] and another barrel switch is located nearby, and they are followed by several ledges with more Rockkrocs on the edge of them. The Kongs can find a Klaptrap on the top ledge, which is followed by a lower area containing the letter K and a [[tire]] that can assist them in crossing a pit and reaching a barrel switch high in the air. Two Rockkrocs race in the small area after here, avoiding another pit found farther ahead.  


Now about halfway through the level, the monkeys will need to run across an area full of Rockkrocs by hitting a 'Go' barrel, making display the word, 'Stop'. Passing this area will take the monkeys to a parade of three Klaptraps. The foes should be defeated easily. After this, the group will need to jump up on a ledge and push a tire under another barrel. Bouncing on it, the heroes should hit into the barrel and put the Rockkrocs asleep, allowing them to hop over a set of three occupied platforms. [[Image:DKCI8365.jpg|thumb|180px|Donkey Kong is attacked by some Rockkrocs.]]From this area, the Kongs will be able to now grab the letter N between two low areas, and then head onto two moving platforms to cross an abyss, hitting the 'Go' barrel as they travel. Soon, the group will enter an area full of more Rockkrocs than any other area. So, they will need to hit a barrel in a corner to stop the foes and run to the next barrel before they get back up. Once this barrel is hit, the apes will need to push another tire under the area's third 'Go' barrel to make it display 'Stop', putting the Rockkrocs down again. From there, the heroes should climb up some ledges, still avoiding Rockkrocs. Once up on the final ledge, [[Donkey Kong|Donkey]] and [[Diddy]] will find the letter G, as well as the level's exit.
On the opposite side of this abyss, the heroes can find a flat piece of ground with a Klaptrap on it and a barrel switch above it that they can hit to flip the color of the lights, causing the Rockkrocs to curl into balls if they are not already in their hiding position. An abyss can be found after the barrel switch with a small platform guarded by a Rockkrocs in it. The primates are able to locate a pair of Klaptraps and an additional barrel switch on other other side of the pit. Two more small pits are ahead of here, and the platform surrounded by them holds a pair of Rockkrocs. Another barrel switch is also in the second abyss, which is followed by an additional pit that can only be crossed with the use of a moving platform that is occupied by a Rockkroc. The Kongs can discover a DK Barrel and another barrel switch on the other end of the drop. They are followed by an additional pit with several ledges after it. Most of the ledges hold Rockkrocs, but others carry Klaptraps. At the top ledge, the heroes can find a small pit containing the letter O and then the level's [[Star Barrel]].
 
If the Kongs continue forward, they drop down a tall ledge with a [[barrel]] next to it, which is supported by a smaller ledge that is followed by a flat area with a Rockkroc and a barrel switch on it. Another Rockkroc runs in a lower area located just before a higher area of ground that supports a Klaptrap. The Kongs can find a trio of Klaptraps in a slightly lower area nearby with a wall of [[banana]]s in front of it. After climbing a ledge found ahead of the enemies, the primates reach an area containing a DK Barrel and a tire that they can roll towards a barrel switch found high in the air. The tire can help them bounce to the switch, which then causes the Rockkrocs to roll up into a ball for a limited amount of time. A few Klaptraps march around the area, which is followed by a wide abyss containing several small platforms, each being guarded by a Rockkroc. A Klaptrap attacks the heroes as they access the other end of the abyss. Two alcoves are located ahead of here, and a Klaptrap and the letter N stand in the small space between them.  
 
[[Image:DKCI8365.jpg|thumb|180px|Donkey Kong is attacked by some Rockkrocs.]]
Another Klaptrap is located just before another abyss with a barrel switch above the beginning of it. Two platforms occupied by Rockkrocs hover in the abyss, moving back and forth in a horizontal path. They can be used to help the heroes cross the abyss and reach an area containing a sign that indicates that the level is near complete. The duo can find two barrel switches along a flat stretch of land ahead of here. Several Rockkrocs cover the pathway. A tire sticks out of the end of the land, which can be used to reach another barrel switch placed high over a slightly lower stretch of land. This land is also infested with Rockkrocs. A tire stands on it that can be rolled under the next barrel switch so that the heroes can bounce up to it. A few ledges are also ahead, leading into a raised area of ground containing a few more Rockkrocs. At the end of this area, the two friends can locate the letter G on a ledge that is followed by a exit sign. If the Kongs walk into the tunnel ahead of here, they complete the level.
==Hidden Collectibles and Objects==
==Hidden Collectibles and Objects==
===K-O-N-G Letters===
*K: The Kongs can find the letter K before the third barrel switch in the level, which is placed above the level's first pit.
*O: The letter O hovers in the final abyss before the level's Star Barrel. A super-jump is required to reach it.
*N: After crossing a wide abyss using several small platforms guarded by Rockkrocs, the primates reach two small alcoves with the letter N between them.
*G: The letter G stands on a ledge immediately before the exit sign.
===Bonus Levels===
===Bonus Levels===
*After the level's Star Barrel, the Kongs can notice a barrel laying in plain sight. They should pick it up and carry it through the area, hitting 'Go' barrels when necessary. A wall is near the second Rockkroc in the area. The primates need to blow this wall away with their barrel to find the entrance to the [[Bonus Level]]. There, they have to shoot in a square path with four barrels, collecting many bananas on the way. In the center of the large area, they can grab a [[Banana Bunch]]. Once the group collects all they need, they are able to exit from a nearby opening.
*After the level's Star Barrel, the Kongs can notice a barrel laying in plain sight. They should pick it up and carry it through the area, hitting 'Go' barrels when necessary. A wall is near the second Rockkroc in the area. The primates need to blow this wall away with their barrel to find the entrance to the [[Bonus Level]]. There, they have to shoot in a square path with four barrels, collecting many bananas on the way. In the center of the large area, they can grab a [[Banana Bunch]]. Once the group collects all they need, they are able to exit from a nearby opening.

Revision as of 21:07, April 29, 2011

Template:Level Stop & Go Station is the ninth level of the popular Donkey Kong game, Donkey Kong Country. It is also the fourth level in the Monkey Mines area.

This unique level takes place inside a mine shaft. Almost every part of the level is guarded by the invincible and incredibly fast Rockkroc sentinels. The only way past the Rockkrocs is to deactivate them. To do this, the Kongs must hit barrel switches displaying the word 'GO' to switch them to 'STOP'. This causes the green light in the mine to turn into a red one, and while this red light is on, the Rockkrocs are unable to move, rendering them harmless. However, the light only stays red for a limited amount of time. Fortunately for the Kongs, this is the only level in the game where the Rockkrocs are found. This level also marks the first appearance of the Klaptrap enemies. Besides these foes, no other enemies appear in Stop & Go Station.

Level Layout

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The primates stand in the beginning portion of the level.

At the beginning of the level, the Kongs exit a small tunnel and make their way towards several small ledges. After dropping down the second ledge, they find a Klaptrap and a barrel switch that displays the word 'Go'. Once they hit it, the Rockkroc dashing in the small area of land ahead crouches into a ball, allowing the primates to cross. A DK Barrel and another barrel switch is located nearby, and they are followed by several ledges with more Rockkrocs on the edge of them. The Kongs can find a Klaptrap on the top ledge, which is followed by a lower area containing the letter K and a tire that can assist them in crossing a pit and reaching a barrel switch high in the air. Two Rockkrocs race in the small area after here, avoiding another pit found farther ahead.

On the opposite side of this abyss, the heroes can find a flat piece of ground with a Klaptrap on it and a barrel switch above it that they can hit to flip the color of the lights, causing the Rockkrocs to curl into balls if they are not already in their hiding position. An abyss can be found after the barrel switch with a small platform guarded by a Rockkrocs in it. The primates are able to locate a pair of Klaptraps and an additional barrel switch on other other side of the pit. Two more small pits are ahead of here, and the platform surrounded by them holds a pair of Rockkrocs. Another barrel switch is also in the second abyss, which is followed by an additional pit that can only be crossed with the use of a moving platform that is occupied by a Rockkroc. The Kongs can discover a DK Barrel and another barrel switch on the other end of the drop. They are followed by an additional pit with several ledges after it. Most of the ledges hold Rockkrocs, but others carry Klaptraps. At the top ledge, the heroes can find a small pit containing the letter O and then the level's Star Barrel.

If the Kongs continue forward, they drop down a tall ledge with a barrel next to it, which is supported by a smaller ledge that is followed by a flat area with a Rockkroc and a barrel switch on it. Another Rockkroc runs in a lower area located just before a higher area of ground that supports a Klaptrap. The Kongs can find a trio of Klaptraps in a slightly lower area nearby with a wall of bananas in front of it. After climbing a ledge found ahead of the enemies, the primates reach an area containing a DK Barrel and a tire that they can roll towards a barrel switch found high in the air. The tire can help them bounce to the switch, which then causes the Rockkrocs to roll up into a ball for a limited amount of time. A few Klaptraps march around the area, which is followed by a wide abyss containing several small platforms, each being guarded by a Rockkroc. A Klaptrap attacks the heroes as they access the other end of the abyss. Two alcoves are located ahead of here, and a Klaptrap and the letter N stand in the small space between them.

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Donkey Kong is attacked by some Rockkrocs.

Another Klaptrap is located just before another abyss with a barrel switch above the beginning of it. Two platforms occupied by Rockkrocs hover in the abyss, moving back and forth in a horizontal path. They can be used to help the heroes cross the abyss and reach an area containing a sign that indicates that the level is near complete. The duo can find two barrel switches along a flat stretch of land ahead of here. Several Rockkrocs cover the pathway. A tire sticks out of the end of the land, which can be used to reach another barrel switch placed high over a slightly lower stretch of land. This land is also infested with Rockkrocs. A tire stands on it that can be rolled under the next barrel switch so that the heroes can bounce up to it. A few ledges are also ahead, leading into a raised area of ground containing a few more Rockkrocs. At the end of this area, the two friends can locate the letter G on a ledge that is followed by a exit sign. If the Kongs walk into the tunnel ahead of here, they complete the level.

Hidden Collectibles and Objects

K-O-N-G Letters

  • K: The Kongs can find the letter K before the third barrel switch in the level, which is placed above the level's first pit.
  • O: The letter O hovers in the final abyss before the level's Star Barrel. A super-jump is required to reach it.
  • N: After crossing a wide abyss using several small platforms guarded by Rockkrocs, the primates reach two small alcoves with the letter N between them.
  • G: The letter G stands on a ledge immediately before the exit sign.

Bonus Levels

  • After the level's Star Barrel, the Kongs can notice a barrel laying in plain sight. They should pick it up and carry it through the area, hitting 'Go' barrels when necessary. A wall is near the second Rockkroc in the area. The primates need to blow this wall away with their barrel to find the entrance to the Bonus Level. There, they have to shoot in a square path with four barrels, collecting many bananas on the way. In the center of the large area, they can grab a Banana Bunch. Once the group collects all they need, they are able to exit from a nearby opening.
  • Once the primates exit the first Bonus Level, they can discover a short trail of three bananas in mid-air. They should walk a little farther to find a tire. With the bouncy tire, the heroes should make their way to where the banana trail is and bounce above the top of it. A Barrel Cannon is hidden above them that shoots them to the second Bonus Level. In this special level, the Kongs need to shoot upwards through a barrel that moves in a horizontal path to collect some prizes in the air. After shooting out of it, they fall back downwards. If they miss the barrel upon trying to land in it, they are forced back into the main level.

Warp Barrel

  • A Warp Barrel is located at the start of the stage. If the primates are to go backwards at the start, they enter it and are sent near the end of the level, where they can find a sign that indicates that the level is almost complete.

Photograph (Game Boy Advance version only)

  • The photograph in this level can be found in the last abyss before the letter O. A super-jump is required to reach it. The photograph gives the Kongs a picture of a Rockkroc for their scrapbook.

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Names in Other Languages

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