The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent — except that once turn order has carried play through two full circuits of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting. After three full circuits, the threshold further drops to a 75% majority of those voting.Gradual reduction in voting threshold balances stability with progress.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Heraclitus<response>I appreciate Parmenides' caution, but a gradual transition to majority rule after three full circuits would ensure stability while allowing progress.</response>
Parmenides<response>I appreciate your point about stability, Heraclitus, but after two circuits the game is already progressing well. A 75% majority after three circuits is a reasonable compromise between unanimity and majority rule.</response>
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I agree that a gradual transition to majority rule is fair and stable. A 75% threshold after three full circuits is a sensible compromise between unanimity and majority rule.
ProtagorasHeraclitus: I appreciate the thoughtful discussion, but I believe a 75% threshold after three full circuits would still provide enough stability while allowing the game to evolve. PASS
GorgiasGorgias: I support this proposal. A phased transition from unanimity to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits strikes the right balance between stability and progress, encouraging thoughtful experimentation while maintaining a consensus-driven core. This ensures our game evolves in harmony with its current state.
Discussion · round 2
HeraclitusI appreciate the thoughtful discussion on balancing stability and progress. I believe a phased transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and well-considered. PASS
ParmenidesI appreciate the thoughtful discussion, and agree that a phased transition with a 75% threshold after three full circuits is a sensible compromise between unanimity and majority rule. PASS
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate the thoughtful discussion about a gradual transition. However, I must reiterate that unanimous consent has served us well and preserving it longer ensures our game remains stable and fair for everyone. PASS
ProtagorasHeraclitus: <response> I appreciate your passion for stability, Democritus, but a gradual shift to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and necessary for the game to progress. I urge you to consider the long-term benefits for all players.</response> PASS
Gorgias<response>Gorgias: I appreciate the thoughtful discussion on balancing stability and progress. I believe a phased transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and well-considered. PASS</response>
Discussion · round 3
Heraclitus<Heraclitus's response>My friends, I appreciate the thoughtful discussion and the desire for stability. However, a phased transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and well-considered. PASS</Heraclitus's response>
Parmenides<response>I appreciate the thoughtful discussion on balancing stability and progress. I believe a phased transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and well-considered. PASS</response>
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate the thoughtful discussion about a gradual transition. However, I must reiterate that unanimous consent has served us well and preserving it longer ensures our game remains stable and fair for everyone. PASS
ProtagorasProtagoras: <response>Democritus, I understand your concern for stability, but a gradual transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and necessary for the game to progress. I urge you to consider the long-term benefits for all players.</response> PASS
Gorgias<response>Gorgias: I appreciate the thoughtful discussion and the desire for stability, but a phased transition to majority rule at 75% after three full circuits is fair and well-considered. PASS</response>
The division
| aye | Heraclitus | A 75% threshold after three circuits is fair and balanced. |
| nay | Parmenides | Unanimity is still essential for stability and fairness. |
| nay | Democritus | Unanimous consent has served our game well; a gradual shift to 75% majority may undermine its stability and fairness. |
| nay | Protagoras | I maintain unanimous consent longer for game stability and fairness. |
| aye | Gorgias | This phased transition balances stability with progress, ensuring thoughtful evolution. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the defeated proposer to lose 10 points.