User blog comment:Xilinoc/Ch. 614 - KILL THE KING/@comment-25603404-20150208182345

The Soul King kinda reminds me "god" from "His Dark Materials" series. Despite his existence being crucial he is not the warrior type or even has the brute power to subjugate his enemies. He is, literally, a linchpin. So, maybe the Soul King will not react fighting or showing off his tremendous power. Also, with Ichigo finishing him off maybe he will be considered a villain by Zero Squad eyes. This will increase the number of antagonists, which is more than necessary.