[It almost does, and he ends up clinging to the rope for a moment, his hands hurting a little. But he regains his sense after a moment or two and gets back to climbing.]

As to that guy... I didn't want to be bothered by the Ring, so I left it in the refrigerator. He usually doesn't bother me because of his deal with father, but I didn't want to take the chance since I've been in and out of here all day.