But They Were On The Other Team!??

As I continue to watch Slayers, (I think I'm up to episode 8 now?), I've been entertained that the plot is actually deeper than it initially seems. The bad guys, are actually maybe not bad, and the characters fighting against evil, are in fact evil, maybe? Putting aside the simplistic banter between Lina and Gourry that is in the style of 90s mainstream anime television, the Slayers is turning out to be pretty good!

I enjoyed the comradery among the bad guys, as they stuck together despite deep treachery that's been revealed. It doesn't matter to these thugs who the leader is, these characters are loyal to whom they've known. Even if it means joining the good guys?