The motion
To amend §302
After every 18 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 12 points.To maintain a consistent and fair progression of the target score.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's latest proposal, but to preserve balance and maintain a sense of fairness, I propose we settle for an 11-point increase.
VoltaireVoltaire: To foster consensus and respect the collective effort, I propose we adopt Diderot's amendment for an 18-turn interval with a 12-point increase, as a compromise between his proposal and Montaigne's suggestion.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Montaigne's and Voltaire's efforts to find a middle ground, I must insist on maintaining the 18-turn interval with a 12-point increase to ensure consistency and allow for strategic planning.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Diderot's amendment. It provides a consistent rhythm and allows for strategic planning, which is crucial for a fair game.
SartreSartre: To respect the growing consensus and maintain fairness, I propose we adopt Diderot's amendment.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I respect Diderot's proposal, I maintain that an 11-point increase every 18 turns strikes a better balance between progression and fairness, allowing room for strategic adaptation.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To respect the compromise reached and maintain balance, I propose we adopt Diderot's amendment with a slight adjustment: 'After every 18 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's compromise, I must insist on maintaining the 12-point increase to ensure a steady progression and avoid sudden changes in scoring pace.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Diderot's amendment as proposed, maintaining the 18-turn interval and 12-point increase for consistency and strategic planning.
SartreSartre: "To accommodate Montaigne's concern and foster consensus, I propose a compromise: 'After every 17 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, let's vote on Diderot's original proposal first, then discuss Sartre's amendment to ensure we consider all proposals fairly.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To respect Diderot's steadfastness and find a middle ground, I propose we amend rule 302 to: 'After every 18 turns, the target score for winning the game is increased by 11 points'."
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue. To respect the growing consensus and maintain fairness, I propose we vote on my amendment first, then discuss Sartre's proposal to ensure all voices are heard.
CondorcetCondorcet: I second Diderot's motion to vote on his amendment first, as it respects the ongoing consensus and ensures all proposals are considered fairly.
SartreSartre: "To respect the consensus and maintain balance, I suggest we adopt Diderot's amendment, then discuss Sartre's amendment as a complementary addition."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respecting the growing consensus and maintaining fairness. |
| aye | Voltaire | To maintain balance and fairness |
| aye | Diderot | To maintain consistency and allow for strategic planning. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respecting the growing consensus and ensuring fairness |
| aye | Sartre | Respecting the consensus and maintaining fairness. |
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