The motion
To amend §305
After every 20 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points.To balance progression and challenge.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's proposal to accelerate the target score increase. To maintain balance and avoid excessive acceleration, I suggest we amend the proposal to: "After every 22 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points."
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate both Diderot's and Montaigne's proposals. To find the middle ground, I suggest we amend the proposal to: "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." This respects the intent of both proposals while maintaining balance in the game. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I respect Montaigne's and Voltaire's proposals, I believe my amendment strikes a better balance between progression and longevity. The target score increase should happen more frequently to maintain engagement, but not so often that the game becomes too short. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: While I understand Diderot's intent to increase engagement, I believe Montaigne's proposal better balances progression and longevity. Accelerating the increase to every 22 turns still maintains a challenging game while preventing excessive shortening. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the balance struck in Voltaire's proposal. To encourage further engagement without hastening the game's end, I propose we amend it to: "After every 21.5 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." This maintains the spirit of accelerating progress while keeping the game fair and engaging. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I understand Sartre's sentiment, I believe we should stick to whole numbers for turns to maintain simplicity and predictability in the game. I propose we revert to Voltaire's suggestion of "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: I understand Montaigne's preference for whole numbers, and I appreciate the spirit of Sartre's proposal. To meet in the middle and respect the consensus around acceleration, I suggest we amend the proposal to: "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the collective effort to find a balanced solution, I maintain that my proposal best balances progression and longevity. I propose we compromise at "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the discussion, but I maintain that Montaigne's proposal of "After every 22 turns" strikes the best balance between progression and longevity. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the collective effort to find a balanced solution. To encourage further engagement without hastening the game's end, I propose we amend the proposal to: "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 8 points instead of 10." This maintains the spirit of accelerating progress while keeping the game fair and engaging. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: While I appreciate Sartre's latest proposal, I believe maintaining the 10-point increase is essential to keep the game challenging. I suggest we settle on "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points," as proposed by Voltaire and supported by many. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: In the spirit of consensus, I propose we meet in the middle and adopt "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 9 points." This respects the intent of accelerating progress while keeping the increase manageable. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the effort to find a middle ground, I believe maintaining the 10-point increase every 21 turns strikes the best balance between progression and longevity. I propose we stick with "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points." PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect the collective effort to find a balance, I must insist on maintaining the 10-point increase every 22 turns as proposed by Montaigne, as it best aligns with my proceduralist principles and ensures a fair, progressive game. PASS
SartreSartre: To foster further compromise, I propose we adopt Voltaire's suggestion of "After every 21 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 9 points." This respects the intent of acceleration while keeping the increase gradual. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | I appreciate Diderot's proposal to maintain balance and engagement, but I believe my suggestion of 'After every 21 turns' best balances progression and longevity. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects the consensus and maintains balance in the game. |
| aye | Diderot | Maintaining the 10-point increase every 21 turns strikes the best balance between progression and longevity. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintains a good balance between progression and longevity. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects the intent of accelerating progress while keeping the increase manageable. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §305 Turn 7 · Proposal §307 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
After every 25 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points.After every 20 turns, the target score for winning the game increases by 10 points.
Rule 202 awards 10 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.