We are also trying to move just 9 but so far, only 5 have been able to make it. 3 (including myself) when the application opened up. Two today, so far. 4 are left and I think either a) it will work out fine or b) SE will alter the process a bit (which also fulfills scenario a.)

Regardless, no need to panic, folks. Give it time. SE hasn't let us down since Yoshi took over and I don't see that happening now.

Edit: I will admit some irritation at the process. Had people not cried foul to begin with things would have been fine (most likely.) Still, this particular process could have been a lot easier but this is what people who QQ'd wanted. It just sucks that everyone else has reap what they sowed.