The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.To maintain consistency and balance initial engagement with long-term consensus.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, I must reiterate my support for a gradual shift to encourage early consensus and maintain a clear threshold."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, and Montaigne's concern for early consensus. To balance these, let's compromise on two-thirds majority for the first 45 turns, then three-quarters."
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate both Montaigne's and Voltaire's concerns, but I maintain that a consistent three-quarters majority throughout encourages long-term engagement and strategic play.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect Diderot's commitment to consistency and Voltaire's effort to find a compromise, I propose a gradual shift to encourage early engagement and maintain a clear threshold: two-thirds majority for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Let us meet in the middle, considering all perspectives. I propose: two-thirds majority for the first 45 turns, then three-quarters. This balances initial enthusiasm and long-term engagement, respecting Diderot's consistency principle and Voltaire's compromise. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal, which respects both initial engagement and long-term consistency, and maintains a clear threshold shift."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to encourage strategic, long-term play. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency and Voltaire's effort to find a compromise. However, to maintain a balance between initial enthusiasm and long-term engagement, I propose a gradual shift: two-thirds majority for the first 45 turns, then three-quarters. This respects all players' concerns and encourages strategic play throughout the game. PASS
SartreSartre: Let us find common ground. I propose a gradual shift that respects everyone's concerns: two-thirds majority for the first 50 turns, then three-quarters. This balances initial enthusiasm, long-term engagement, and maintains a clear threshold shift. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's latest compromise, which respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. Let's adopt this proposal.
VoltaireVoltaire: Voltaire: "I appreciate the compromises proposed, and the balance that Sartre's latest proposal strikes. To maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term engagement, let's adopt Sartre's proposal." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Sartre's compromise, maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game ensures stability and prevents frequent threshold shifts, which can discourage long-term strategy.
CondorcetCondorcet: I understand Diderot's concern for consistency, but a gradual shift encourages early engagement and maintains a clear threshold throughout the game. Let's adopt Sartre's proposal as it best balances all concerns. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but to encourage gradual engagement and maintain a clear threshold shift, let's meet in the middle: two-thirds majority for the first 45 turns, then three-quarters thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and balances initial enthusiasm with long-term strategy. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | To encourage gradual engagement and maintain a clear threshold shift. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and balances initial enthusiasm with long-term strategy. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout encourages strategic, long-term play. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' concerns and balances initial enthusiasm with long-term strategy. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 115 · Proposal §415 on the motion of Diderot Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer of an adopted change.