The thing is that Tohya does all the writings, not Ikuko. She just publishes.
The most likely explanation for why Battler doesn't react so much is because he's still focused on trying to solve the actual mysteries. It's not until after he gives up once and redefines his courage that he starts going through the visuals with a fine-comb.
Not to mention you're forgetting Battler's meta-reason for the freakout. It's a response to the Japanese fandom's attitudes.
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