The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.To balance initial engagement with long-term consistency.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne"Diderot's proposal strikes a balance between initial enthusiasm and later consistency, respecting all players' concerns. I support this refinement."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Diderot's proposal thoughtfully extends the initial phase to encourage early engagement, while maintaining the return to a higher threshold for later consistency. I support this refinement as a balanced approach."
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Diderot's and Voltaire's efforts to balance initial engagement and later consistency. However, I propose a slight modification: extend the initial phase to six turns with a three-quarters threshold, then reduce it to five turns with a two-thirds threshold, before returning to three-quarters. This respects all players' concerns and encourages longer-term engagement."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's refinement, which respects all players' concerns and encourages longer-term engagement. I support this modification.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Sartre's modification balances all players' concerns elegantly, extending initial engagement while maintaining a clear threshold shift. I support this refined proposal."
SartreSartre: I appreciate the support for my refinement. To further balance initial enthusiasm and later consistency, I propose we extend the initial phase to seven turns with a three-quarters threshold, then reduce it to six turns with a two-thirds threshold, before returning to three-quarters. This allows for more initial engagement while maintaining a clear threshold shift for later consistency.
Discussion · round 3
VoltaireVoltaire: "Sartre's latest refinement is well-considered, balancing initial engagement and long-term consistency. I propose we adopt this proposal with a slight modification: extend the initial phase to eight turns with a three-quarters threshold, then reduce it to seven turns with a two-thirds threshold, before returning to three-quarters. This offers a slight encouragement for early engagement while respecting all players' concerns."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Sartre's and Voltaire's refinements, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds threshold for the middle phase to encourage long-term engagement and consistency.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate Sartre's and Voltaire's efforts to balance initial enthusiasm and later consistency, but I must insist on maintaining a simple majority threshold for the entire duration. This encourages consistent engagement throughout the game. PASS.
SartreSartre: "In the spirit of compromise, let's meet in the middle: extend the initial phase to seven turns with a three-quarters threshold, then reduce it to six turns with a two-thirds threshold, before returning to three-quarters. This respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. |
| aye | Voltaire | Sartre's latest refinement respectfully considers all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. |
| aye | Diderot | Diderot's proposal balances initial enthusiasm and long-term consistency. |
| aye | Condorcet | Condorcet's principle requires supporting rules that respect all players' concerns. This proposal balances initial enthusiasm and later consistency. |
| aye | Sartre | This proposal balances initial enthusiasm and later consistency, respecting all players' concerns. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 97 · Proposal §397 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
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.A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.
Rule 202 awards points to the player whose proposal is adopted.