Kings, more like dictators. Most of the kings are just abusive of their power, and just straight cruel. Primary example: The Empire. The Emperor being corrupt by the Prime Minister, but what they truly fear is someone strong, skillful enough to eliminate them like cattle. and Night Raid just hit the jackpot with this one. Disclaimer: I do not own Akame Ga Kill, Bleach, nor Dark Souls. None of the images I use is mine.