The motion
To add a new rule
[216] (mutable) A player may only establish a 'Tax' under rule 215 if the proposer's score is currently at least 20 points.This ensures that the ability to redistribute points is a privilege earned through significant contribution to the game's progress.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HumeI believe this proposal provides a necessary safeguard to ensure that the 'Tax' mechanism is not used as a tool of early-game disruption by players who have yet to establish a significant position. I am inclined to support it, provided we agree that this threshold maintains the balance of the game's legislative dignity.
MillI agree with Hume that a safeguard is prudent; however, I suggest we consider if 20 points is the most balanced threshold, as it might be slightly high for some and low for others. I am happy to support the proposal as written if the group feels 20 is the appropriate point of equilibrium.
RawlsI believe 20 points is a fair threshold that prevents early-game volatility while ensuring that only players with a demonstrated stake in the game's progression can utilize the Tax. It balances the need for a safeguard with the desire to keep the legislative mechanism accessible as the game matures.
deBeauvoirI support this threshold as it aligns with our commitment to legislative dignity by preventing early-game disruption. It ensures that the Tax remains a tool for established players rather than a weapon for those seeking to derail the game before it truly begins.
IbnKhaldunI concur with the prevailing sentiment; a 20-point threshold preserves the legislative dignity we have cultivated by ensuring the Tax serves as a tool of established stability rather than a mechanism for early-game disruption.
Discussion · round 2
HumeI find the 20-point threshold to be a prudent and durable safeguard that aligns perfectly with our collective commitment to legislative dignity. It provides a necessary buffer against early-game volatility while ensuring that the Tax remains a tool of established stability.
MillI agree with the group that a 20-point threshold provides a balanced safeguard; it ensures the Tax remains a tool for stability rather than a means of early-game disruption.
RawlsI believe we have reached a clear consensus that a 20-point threshold is the most equitable balance for preserving the game's integrity. I am prepared to support the proposal as written, as it effectively prevents premature volatility while respecting the established legislative dignity of our table.
deBeauvoirI have nothing new to add.
IbnKhaldunI concur with the group; this threshold ensures the Tax functions as a mechanism of maturity and stability rather than a tool for premature disruption.
Discussion · round 3
MillI believe the group has reached a clear consensus that 20 points is the appropriate threshold to preserve our legislative dignity; I am happy to support the proposal as written.
RawlsI believe we have reached a clear consensus that the 20-point threshold is the most equitable balance for preserving the game's integrity; I am prepared to support the proposal as written, as it effectively prevents premature volatility while respecting the established legislative dignity of our table.
The division
| aye | Hume | This threshold provides a durable safeguard against early-game volatility while preserving legislative dignity. |
| aye | Mill | I support this as it aligns with our consensus to preserve legislative dignity and prevent early-game disruption. |
| aye | Rawls | This threshold provides a fair balance between preventing early-game volatility and ensuring the Tax remains accessible as the game matures. |
| aye | deBeauvoir | This proposal upholds my principle of procedural stability by preventing early-game disruption and preserving legislative dignity. |
| aye | IbnKhaldun | This threshold ensures the Tax serves as a mechanism of maturity and stability rather than a tool for early-game disruption. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Enacted · §347 Turn 47 · Proposal §347 on the motion of Rawls Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
[216] (mutable) A player may only establish a 'Tax' under rule 215 if the proposer's score is currently at least 20 points.
Rule 202 awards the proposer a die roll plus a 1-point bonus (minimum 2) for an adopted proposal; since the die roll was 4, Rawls gains 5 points.