[Right. The other rings. They were definitely trying to test too many things at once.] If you feel up to it -- later -- it may be worth trying again, with the others to filter. The set were intended to be used in conjunction, correct? That's almost certainly for a reason.

[If they're cautious there's no reason not to try again, probably. It's absolutely up to Gene, though, since it's his brain.]

[have they even noticed they're holding hands.]