: The King initially upholds the law but is moved by Lucy's argument that Loke acted out of love for a friend. He allows Loke to return to the Spirit World and become one of Lucy's spirits. Fan Reception
: Refusing to let her friend die, Lucy summons all her spirits simultaneously to plead for Loke's life. Her determination and overwhelming magic power catch the attention of the Celestial Spirit King himself. Fairy Tail Episode 32
: Some viewers felt the King's sudden change of heart felt slightly "rushed" or "over the top" for a ruler of his stature. : The King initially upholds the law but