Regarding Ep11, I like the direction the show is going. Sure, the plot devices are total nonsense, but they make addictive pulp fiction. Monami adds an interesting dimension to Ryoko and Izumida's relationship, since she's a gentler, kinder and younger ("you don't have to state the obvious") version of Ōryo. It's so much more fun to see Izumida squirm under Monami's advances — it's now harder for him to deny that he's attracted to his boss.
I googled the name "Saigyō Hōshi", but all I find are some obscure references to a Heian-era poet. Either there are some historical references I'm missing here, or the author took a heavy dose of artistic licence and connected the poet with the occult. Anyone care to comment?
By the way, I belatedly realised that the ED is slightly different for each episode. I shouldn't have skipped them as often as I do.
