Donkey Kong controls the neutral game by using his massive hitbox and raw power to bully Kirby out of safe positions. You must prioritize spacing to prevent Kirby from getting close enough to inhale your attacks or grab you. Focus on punishing his predictable recovery and using your heavy hitters to secure KO damage quickly.

• Maintain a mid-range distance where your punches and kicks connect but Kirby's inhale cannot reach you.
• Use your forward air as a primary punish for whiffed inhales or missed attacks, as it has high damage and good range.
• Be cautious of Kirby's fast recovery; use your up-smash or forward smash to intercept him if he is too close to the stage edge.
• Ledge out with your up-smash or forward air to pressure Kirby if he is trying to recover, leveraging your superior vertical reach.
• Avoid getting grabbed by keeping your movement unpredictable and using your roll to create space after being hit.
• Focus on landing your heavy hitters like forward smash or down smash to build KO damage, as your power advantage allows for quicker finishes.

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