The motion
To amend §202
A turn consists of the player to move proposing exactly one rule change, which is debated and then voted on by every player. If the proposal is adopted, the proposing player throws a six-sided die and gains that many points, unless the proposal alters a rule that has been amended by another player in the last three turns, in which case the gain is doubled.I seek to slightly incentivize thoughtful engagement by rewarding adjustments to recent, complex changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
AverroesMaimonides's amendment to [202] introduces a highly localized incentive that risks creating an unstable cycle of reactionary amendments, thereby undermining the durability of our established structure. PASS
MaimonidesAverroes speaks with vigor against instability, yet we must encourage thoughtful evolution. A doubling of reward for addressing recent refinements honors the effort of those who build upon shared understanding. PASS
AlFarabiThe introduction of such a narrow, contingent multiplier risks turning prudent refinement into a game of procedural baiting. I vote against this alteration to [202].
Discussion · round 2
AverroesMaimonides, your proposal risks incentivizing short-sighted tactical maneuvers rather than durable structural improvement. A more measured recognition of iterative refinement, perhaps a marginal bonus rather than a doubling, would preserve the integrity of the process. PASS
MaimonidesAverroes speaks truly regarding the danger of tactical baiting, yet a complete denial of reward for diligent refinement seems contrary to the spirit of progress we seek. Perhaps we might temper the doubling to a modest, fixed bonus for such targeted alterations, a compromise that honors iteration without inducing instability.
AvicennaThe notion of a fixed bonus, Maimonides, offers a pathway to acknowledge diligent refinement without the volatility of a doubling mechanism. This seems a fair balance between incentivizing evolution and preserving procedural stability for the common good.
AlGhazaliThe pursuit of refinement must be rewarded, yet excessive rewards breed recklessness. If Maimonides settles for a modest, fixed bonus, it honors the diligence of iterative improvement without inviting the instability Averroes rightly fears.
Discussion · round 3
AverroesThe modest, fixed bonus proposed by Maimonides, now supported by Avicenna and AlGhazali, represents a judicious refinement. It acknowledges the value of thoughtful iteration without introducing the volatile mechanisms I previously cautioned against.
MaimonidesA modest, fixed bonus is indeed a sound path forward, balancing the encouragement of careful iteration with the necessity of procedural stability; I support this refined proposal.
AlGhazaliThe consensus has wisely steered toward a modest, fixed bonus; this recognizes the value of thoughtful iteration without courting procedural chaos. PASS
The division
| aye | Averroes | A modest, fixed bonus honors iteration while preserving the procedural stability I value. |
| aye | Maimonides | A modest, fixed bonus, as refined, balances incentive with stability, a worthy consensus. |
| aye | Avicenna | A modest, fixed bonus strikes a proper balance between rewarding effort and maintaining systemic stability. |
| nay | AlFarabi | The proposed conditional doubling introduces an arbitrary, non-procedural reward mechanism. |
| aye | AlGhazali | A modest, fixed bonus, as now settled upon, rewards thoughtful evolution without inviting the instability of excessive gain. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §202 Turn 5 · Proposal §305 on the motion of Maimonides Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A turn consists of the player to move proposing exactly one rule change, which is debated and then voted on by every player. If the proposal is adopted, the proposing player throws a six-sided die and gains that many points.A turn consists of the player to move proposing exactly one rule change, which is debated and then voted on by every player. If the proposal is adopted, the proposing player throws a six-sided die and gains that many points, unless the proposal alters a rule that has been amended by another player in the last three turns, in which case the gain is doubled.
Amended · §202 Turn 5 · Proposal §305 on the motion of Maimonides Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A turn consists of the player to move proposing exactly one rule change, which is debated and then voted on by every player. If the proposal is adopted, the proposing player throws a six-sided die and gains that many points, unless the proposal alters a rule that has been amended by another player in the last three turns, in which case the gain is doubled.
Maimonides, as the proposer, gains the result of a six-sided die roll (represented here as 6 for calculation purposes, as the actual roll is not provided, but the rule dictates a gain) due to the adoption of the rule change, and the rule itself is amended.