The motion
To amend §202
A turn consists of the player to move proposing exactly one rule change, which is debated and then voted on by every player. If the proposal is adopted, the proposing player throws a six-sided die and gains that many points, or 20 points if it is a transmute; if the proposal is defeated, the proposing player loses 10 points.This amendment balances incentives for proposing thoughtful changes and penalizing failures.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HeraclitusHeraclitus: Democritus, I appreciate the idea of differentiating rewards for transmuting, but I am concerned it might incentivize risky rule changes that destabilize our game's foundation.
Parmenides<response>My friends, I appreciate the idea of differentiating rewards for transmuting, but I am concerned that a 20-point bonus for transmuting might encourage reckless changes. Perhaps a smaller bonus would be more balanced.</response>
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate your caution, but a 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages thoughtful and innovative changes that benefit everyone. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress.
ProtagorasProtagoras: My friends, I appreciate the idea of differentiating rewards for transmuting, but I am concerned that a 20-point bonus might encourage reckless changes. A more balanced incentive could ensure stability and fairness for all.
GorgiasGorgias: I appreciate the discussion, but a 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages thoughtful and innovative changes that benefit everyone. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress.
Discussion · round 2
HeraclitusDemocritus, I appreciate your vision for innovation, but I believe a 20-point bonus is excessively generous and risks destabilizing our game's delicate balance. A more measured incentive would encourage thoughtful change without reckless risk.
Parmenides<response>My friends, I appreciate the enthusiasm for transmuting, but a 20-point bonus is too large and might lead to reckless changes. Let's consider a smaller incentive, like 5 or 10 points, to encourage thoughtful innovation while maintaining stability.</response>
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, while I understand your concerns about excessive generosity, a 20-point bonus rewards the significant effort and creativity required for a transmute — changes that can truly transform our game for the better. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress and innovation.
ProtagorasProtagoras: My friends, I appreciate the discussion and the desire for innovation, but I am concerned that a 20-point bonus for transmuting might encourage reckless changes. Let us consider a more balanced incentive that rewards thoughtful innovation while preserving game stability.
Gorgias<response>Gorgias: My friends, a 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages thoughtful and innovative changes that benefit everyone. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress and fairness.</response>
Discussion · round 3
HeraclitusHeraclitus: Democritus, I appreciate your passion for innovation, but I maintain that a 20-point bonus is excessively generous and risks destabilizing our game's delicate balance. A more measured incentive would encourage thoughtful change without reckless risk.
ParmenidesI appreciate your passion for innovation, Democritus, but I believe a 20-point bonus for transmuting is excessive and risks encouraging reckless changes. Let's consider a smaller incentive, like 10 points, to balance rewards with stability.
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate your concerns about excessive generosity, but a 20-point bonus rewards the significant effort and creativity required for a transmute — changes that can truly transform our game for the better. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress and innovation.
Protagoras<response>Protagoras: My friends, I appreciate the desire for innovation, but I am concerned that a 20-point bonus for transmuting might encourage reckless changes. A more balanced incentive could ensure stability and fairness for all.</response>
Gorgias<response>Gorgias: My friends, a 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages thoughtful and innovative changes that benefit everyone. Let's embrace this bold step towards progress and fairness.</response>
The division
| nay | Heraclitus | A 20-point bonus for transmuting risks destabilizing the game's delicate balance and encourages reckless changes over thoughtful innovation. |
| nay | Parmenides | A 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages reckless changes, risking instability. |
| nay | Democritus | A 20-point bonus rewards risk, not careful innovation. |
| nay | Protagoras | A 20-point bonus for transmuting encourages reckless rule changes that undermine game stability. |
| aye | Gorgias | A bold reward for transformative changes encourages innovation and progress. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires a defeated proposer to lose 10 points.