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{{quote|It's [[Toxic Gas Cave|moments like this]] that make adventuring worthwhile...|Banjo|Banjo-Tooie}} | {{quote|It's [[Toxic Gas Cave|moments like this]] that make adventuring worthwhile...|Banjo|Banjo-Tooie}} | ||
'''Banjo''' is one of the two eponymous stars of the [[Banjo-Kazooie (series)|''Banjo-Kazooie'' series]], along with [[Kazooie]], and is a playable character in every game. Banjo is a brown Honey Bear who lives in a [[Banjo's House|house]] on [[Spiral Mountain]] with his friend Kazooie and younger sister [[Tooty]]. He is named after the | '''Banjo''' is one of the two eponymous stars of the [[Banjo-Kazooie (series)|''Banjo-Kazooie'' series]], along with [[Kazooie]], and is a playable character in every game. Banjo is a brown Honey Bear who lives in a [[Banjo's House|house]] on [[Spiral Mountain]] with his friend Kazooie and younger sister [[Tooty]]. He is named after the [[wikipedia:Banjo|banjo]], a musical instrument which he also plays. However, Banjo could possibly be named after former Nintendo president [[wikipedia:Hiroshi Yamauchi|Hiroshi Yamauchi]]'s grandchild, Banjo.<ref>[https://twitter.com/AndyPlaytonic/status/1104730618158493696 Andy Robinson on Twitter: "Heard this amazing trivia in Japan this week: Banjo and Kazooie are allegedly named after (at least partly) former Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi’s grandchild Banjo and son Katsuhito" / Twitter] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20220623094944/https://twitter.com/AndyPlaytonic/status/1104730618158493696 archive.org])</ref> | ||
==Physical traits== | ==Physical traits== | ||
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In ''[[rarewiki:Grabbed by the Ghoulies|Grabbed by the Ghoulies]]'', a monstrous version of Banjo's head appears in the Trophy Room of [[rarewiki:Ghoulhaven Hall|Ghoulhaven Hall]]. | In ''[[rarewiki:Grabbed by the Ghoulies|Grabbed by the Ghoulies]]'', a monstrous version of Banjo's head appears in the Trophy Room of [[rarewiki:Ghoulhaven Hall|Ghoulhaven Hall]]. | ||
In '' | In ''[[wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]]'', a skin based on Banjo was added alongside 44 other skins in the Skin Pack 1 DLC released on July 16, 2012 for the Xbox 360 and Xbox One for $2.99 USD. | ||
In ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata|Viva Piñata]]'' and ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise|Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise]]'', there are multiple references to Banjo. An accessory called the "Breegull Carrier" is modeled after Banjo's backpack and also references Kazooie's species, the [[Breegull]]. In both games and ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata: Pocket Paradise|Viva Piñata: Pocket Paradise]]'', a statue of Banjo and Kazooie holding a Jiggy called the "Bird and Bear Statue" can also be placed at the garden. In the sequel specifically, the Shark Tooth Necklace accessory also appears, referencing Banjo's own necklace, and Banjo's head appears in a mountain on the background alongside Kazooie's. | In ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata|Viva Piñata]]'' and ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise|Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise]]'', there are multiple references to Banjo. An accessory called the "Breegull Carrier" is modeled after Banjo's backpack and also references Kazooie's species, the [[Breegull]]. In both games and ''[[rarewiki:Viva Piñata: Pocket Paradise|Viva Piñata: Pocket Paradise]]'', a statue of Banjo and Kazooie holding a Jiggy called the "Bird and Bear Statue" can also be placed at the garden. In the sequel specifically, the Shark Tooth Necklace accessory also appears, referencing Banjo's own necklace, and Banjo's head appears in a mountain on the background alongside Kazooie's. | ||
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In ''[[rarewiki:Kinect Sports Rivals|Kinect Sports Rivals]]'', cards featuring Banjo sometimes appear on the teleprompter. | In ''[[rarewiki:Kinect Sports Rivals|Kinect Sports Rivals]]'', cards featuring Banjo sometimes appear on the teleprompter. | ||
In '' | In ''[[wikipedia:List of Xbox One games|#IDARB]]'', Banjo and Kazooie appear as playable characters. They are available in the "Rare Ltd." pack. | ||
===''Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing with Banjo-Kazooie''=== | ===''Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing with Banjo-Kazooie''=== | ||
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===''Diddy Kong Racing Adventure''=== | ===''Diddy Kong Racing Adventure''=== | ||
Banjo, along with [[Mumbo Jumbo]] and [[Tiptup]], were considered playable for ''[[ | Banjo, along with [[Mumbo Jumbo]] and [[Tiptup]], were considered playable for ''[[Diddy Kong Racing Adventure]]'', a rejected pitch made by [[Climax Group]] for the [[Nintendo GameCube]].<ref>PtoPOnline. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6d5IbpzFtw Diddy Kong Racing Adventure : The Undeveloped Gamecube Racer]. YouTube.</ref> | ||
==Statistics and flavor text== | ==Statistics and flavor text== | ||
===''Diddy Kong Racing''=== | ===''Diddy Kong Racing''=== | ||
*'''Manual profile:''' "''(Low acceleration, heavy weight, good handling, high top speed) Even before the start of his future partnership with Kazooie, Banjo isn't one to turn down the chance of an adventure. So when Squawks brings the message from his pal Diddy Kong, the Honey Bear stuffs a few things into his trusty backpack and takes to his heels.''" | *'''Manual profile:''' "''(Low acceleration, heavy weight, good handling, high top speed) Even before the start of his future partnership with Kazooie, Banjo isn't one to turn down the chance of an adventure. So when Squawks brings the message from his pal Diddy Kong, the Honey Bear stuffs a few things into his trusty backpack and takes to his heels.''" | ||
*'''Official Nintendo Player's Guide profile:''' "''When Squawks brought Diddy's call for help, Banjo didn't | *'''Official Nintendo Player's Guide profile:''' "''When Squawks brought Diddy's call for help, Banjo didn't hesitate 'n dash; he strapped on his trusty backpack and hit the road immediately. He has also agreed to take on a totally different adventure with his partner, Kazooie, so this busy bear will have a lot to keep him occupied for some time to come.''" | ||
*'''Weight:''' Heavy | *'''Weight:''' Heavy | ||
*'''Acceleration:''' 2/5 | *'''Acceleration:''' 2/5 | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Mammals]] | [[Category:Mammals]] | ||
[[Category:Playable characters]] | [[Category:Playable characters]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Banjo-Kazooie characters]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Banjo-Tooie characters]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Banjo-Kazooie: Grunty's Revenge characters]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Banjo-Pilot characters]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts characters]] | ||
