Pretty solid episode but I think my favourite piece of characterisation in this show is the focus on Hal’s passive suicidal ideation and the dynamic between that and him getting/using the ring
It takes huge willpower to choose to live when you’re broken and want to die
Last night, friend messages: "This heat is unbearable, I'm heading over." When she gets to my place I ask her "Is your AC out?"
She looks down at me, points at herself, and goes "Dog. I am a dog. Heat refers to being horny."
"Oh—"
"Dude, you're such a fucking dork. Oh my God."
(flirting with fellow autist) Well the truth is, I’m attracted to you; I’d say yes if you asked me on a date and/or to kiss me or even hook up with me. However, I also remain platonically affectionate toward you, so I’d alternatively be satisfied with staying in the status quo.