The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' thereafter.To maintain initial engagement and long-term consistency.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's latest proposal, but to encourage initial engagement and maintain a clear threshold shift, let's compromise with three-quarters majority for the first 50 turns, then two-thirds thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering Montaigne's valid point, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first 55 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. This respects both initial engagement and a clear threshold shift."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Montaigne's and Voltaire's compromises, maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the first 60 turns encourages long-term strategic gameplay and prevents early power grabs.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Diderot's emphasis on long-term strategy, but to foster initial engagement and gradual difficulty, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first 45 turns, then two-thirds for the next 15 turns, and finally a simple majority thereafter.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's and Diderot's concern for long-term strategy, but to maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage gradual engagement, I suggest a compromise: three-quarters majority for the first 50 turns, then two-thirds for the next 20 turns, and finally a simple majority thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, which respects both initial engagement and long-term strategic gameplay."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for balance, maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the first 60 turns ensures stability and prevents abrupt shifts in voting thresholds.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises proposed. However, I must insist on maintaining a consistent majority requirement throughout the game to ensure stability and fairness. Therefore, I propose a simple three-quarters majority for all turns. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate Condorcet's commitment to consistency, but to encourage initial engagement and gradual difficulty, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first 50 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I respect Diderot's consistency principle, but to encourage gradual engagement and maintain a clear shift, I propose a compromise: three-quarters majority for the first 55 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, which respects both initial engagement and long-term strategic gameplay. PASS"
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed. However, I must insist on maintaining a consistent majority requirement throughout the game to ensure stability and fairness. Therefore, I propose a simple three-quarters majority for all turns.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Condorcet's consistency principle, but to foster early enthusiasm and gradual adaptation, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first 45 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. PASS
The division
| nay | Montaigne | To encourage initial engagement and gradual difficulty, I propose a compromise: three-quarters majority for the first 50 turns, then two-thirds for the next 20 turns, and finally a simple majority thereafter. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects long-term strategic gameplay and prevents early power grabs. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the first 60 turns ensures stability. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintaining a consistent threshold encourages strategic gameplay. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects long-term strategy and encourages consistency. |
rejected 3 aye · 2 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.