2012-01-12, 01:32 PM
I think it's an interesting take in shonen manga. Typically it's a black and white thing, but in this case the antagonist, protagonist relation is kinda gray. The problem with this arc is that it wasn't executed properly, which is perfectly understandable. Considering the ratings that Kubo got, I'm sure his editor or some higher brass pressured him to finish it as soon as possible. I can see a psychological conflict being an interesting story where Ichigo has to go through with fighting to the death with a mentor figure. But considering the rush to end the arc, that wasn't really flushed out at all.
But then again, I guess people don't really enjoy reading moral gray areas unless it's written by Ohba.
But then again, I guess people don't really enjoy reading moral gray areas unless it's written by Ohba.