Krunch the Kremling is a one of King K. Rool's many footsoldiers that appeared as a playable character in both Diddy Kong Racing and it's remake, Diddy Kong Racing DS. While not contacted by Timber to help save his island, he first came across them, due to seeing what the crew was doing. He can be seen with a twin who rejects going with Krunch so he looks at what they are up to. He apparently joins the team to fight off the evil alien Wizpig.