The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next three turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.To balance initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and consistency
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneIn the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal to maintain a high adoption threshold throughout the game, encouraging well-thought-out rule changes. PASS
SartreIn the spirit of finding common ground, I propose we adopt Voltaire's latest modification to rule 203, maintaining a high adoption threshold throughout the game to ensure well-thought-out rule changes. This not only respects all players' concerns but also encourages long-term engagement and adaptability. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the current voting threshold and Voltaire's proposal, let's meet in the middle to encourage long-term engagement and maintain a durable compromise: adopt Sartre's latest refinement, setting the threshold to three-quarters for the first three turns, two-thirds for the next three turns, and returning to three-quarters thereafter. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing effort to find a balance that respects all players' concerns. However, to encourage initial engagement while maintaining a high adoption threshold later on, I propose a small adjustment: set the threshold to two-thirds for the first three turns, then three-quarters for the next three turns, and return to two-thirds thereafter. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's latest refinement, which respectfully considers all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with a high adoption threshold later on. Let's adopt this proposal. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to balance initial engagement and later consistency, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent two-thirds threshold throughout the game to encourage well-considered rule changes and prevent sudden shifts in strategy. PASS
SartreSartre: To maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term engagement, let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal with a slight modification: two-thirds for the first three turns, then three-quarters for the next three turns, and return to two-thirds thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement and adaptability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Maintains a high adoption threshold throughout, encouraging well-thought-out rule changes. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency is key; maintaining a stable two-thirds threshold throughout the game encourages well-considered rule changes. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintaining a high adoption threshold throughout encourages well-thought-out rule changes. |
| aye | Sartre | This proposal respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement and adaptability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 94 · Proposal §394 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least half for the next three turns, and then at least two-thirds. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next three turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.
Rule 202 awards 6 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.