§ Turn 27

Moved by Voltaireunanimous consent before two full circuits, simple majority after (§203)
The motion
To amend §302
After every 18 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points.

To maintain consensus and balance.

The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate Voltaire's proposal, I believe maintaining a 17-turn interval encourages more dynamic play. I propose 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I understand Montaigne's preference for a 17-turn interval, but to maintain a consistent progression and allow for strategic planning, I propose we stick with an 18-turn interval as agreed upon."
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate the ongoing discussion, I must maintain my stance on the 18-turn interval to preserve balance and fairness in the game."
CondorcetCondorcet: "I appreciate the nuance in Voltaire's proposal and the consensus it's gaining. To ensure consistency and predictability, I propose we adopt 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
SartreSartre: "I appreciate the debate around the interval. To find a balanced solution that respects everyone's perspective, I propose we settle on 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 10 points'."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the discussion, but to encourage more frequent target score increases and thus more dynamic gameplay, I reiterate my proposal for a 17-turn interval with an 11-point increase.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To foster consensus and respect the collective effort, I propose we adopt Condorcet's compromise of 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the compromise reached, I must maintain my stance on the 18-turn interval and an 11-point increase to preserve balance and fairness.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to fairness, but to maintain consistency and allow for strategic planning, I propose we adopt Voltaire's compromise of an 18-turn interval with an 11-point increase, as it has gained significant consensus.
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Condorcet's latest proposal, but to find a middle ground that respects everyone's perspective, I suggest we compromise with 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'. This maintains a consistent increase while encouraging more frequent adjustments, balancing dynamism and strategy."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's latest effort to find a middle ground. To preserve some dynamism while respecting consensus, I propose we settle on 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To foster consensus and maintain a sense of fairness, I propose we adopt Sartre's latest compromise of 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for consensus, I must insist on maintaining the 18-turn interval to preserve the balance and fairness that we've worked towards.
CondorcetCondorcet: I understand Diderot's concern for balance, but to promote strategic planning and consistency, I propose we adopt Voltaire's compromise of 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'.
SartreSartre: "To respect the growing consensus and encourage consistency, I propose we adopt Condorcet's compromise, with the added benefit of an 11-point increase every 17 turns."
The division
ayeMontaigneRespecting the growing consensus and promoting consistency
ayeVoltaireRespecting the growing consensus and finding a practical middle ground
ayeDiderotTo respect the growing consensus and maintain fairness.
ayeCondorcetTo respect consensus and promote consistency.
ayeSartreRespecting the growing consensus and encouraging consistency.

carried 5 aye · 0 nay

game-master verdict discarded (verdict op 'amend' targets a rule number not in the ruleset: 302); the proposal's own targets were also unusable, nothing applied