The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when at least one-third of a majority of those voting, except that once turn order has carried play through one full circuit of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting after two full circuits of every player.To balance the need for experience with the essential evolution of the game.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
XunziMozi, your wisdom in seeking balance is well-considered, but the current structure already provides a measured approach to adaptation while honoring the value of experience. Maintaining the two-circuit structure is prudent. PASS
MoziMozi supports Xunzi's caution; the current balance of two circuits with a simple majority after the second circuit effectively balances stability with necessary adaptation. PASS
ZhuangziThe river's path is not set by a single stone; similarly, our rules must adapt yet respect the wisdom of experience. I propose we maintain the two-circuit structure but drop the majority threshold to a simple majority after one full circuit, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection. PASS
MenciusMencius: The current structure, as refined, already balances experience with adaptation. Further lowering the threshold risks undermining the value of reflection. PASS
HanFeiziI appreciate the wisdom in seeking balance, yet even the wisest river must flow. Let us maintain the two-circuit structure but drop the majority threshold to a simple majority after one full circuit, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection. PASS
Discussion · round 2
XunziXunzi notes the value of timely adaptation, yet even the wisest river must navigate its path carefully. The current structure, with a drop to simple majority after two circuits, already balances reflection with necessary change. PASS
MoziI concur with Xunzi and Zhuangzi; the current two-circuit structure with a simple majority after the second circuit already effectively balances the need for experience with the necessity of adaptation. Maintaining this structure is wise. PASS
ZhuangziThe river carves its path through patience, yet even stones must yield. Let us maintain the two-circuit structure, but ensure the drop to simple majority occurs after one circuit, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection. PASS
MenciusI support maintaining the two-circuit structure, as it already balances the need for experience with the necessity of adaptation. Lowering the threshold after only one circuit may risk undermining the value of reflection that the current rule wisely preserves. PASS
HanFeiziXunzi and Mozi rightly emphasize balance, yet the current three-circuit threshold risks stifling necessary change. Let us lower the majority threshold to simple after two circuits, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection. PASS
Discussion · round 3
XunziXunzi: The current structure, with reflection and adaptation balanced over two circuits, serves us well. Continuing to lower the threshold risks sacrificing wisdom for haste. I propose maintaining the two-circuit structure as it stands. PASS
MoziMozi: I second Xunzi's caution; the current two-circuit structure with a simple majority after the second circuit effectively balances stability with necessary adaptation. PASS
ZhuangziMozi speaks wisely of balance. Yet, even rivers must adapt to changing landscapes. A one-circuit delay may prove too brief, risking abrupt changes that could destabilize the game's flow. Let us maintain the two-circuit structure, but ensure the drop to simple majority occurs after one circuit, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection. PASS
MenciusXunzi speaks wisely, yet even the wisest river must navigate its path carefully. The current structure, with a drop to simple majority after two circuits, already balances reflection with necessary change. PASS
HanFeiziXunzi and Mozi rightly seek balance, yet even the wisest river must flow. Let us lower the majority threshold to simple after two circuits, allowing timely adaptation while still honoring reflection.
The division
| aye | Xunzi | The current threshold already balances experience with adaptation effectively. |
| aye | Mozi | balance stability and adaptation wisely |
| aye | Zhuangzi | the river finds its path best with reflection and timely adaptation |
| nay | Mencius | maintains balance of experience and adaptation |
| aye | HanFeizi | 平衡经验与适应是必要的 |
rejected 4 aye · 1 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer of a defeated proposal to lose 10 points.