The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when a simple majority of those voting, after two full circuits, and after one full circuit, respectively, vote aye. The first phase requires a 3/5 majority, and the second phase requires a 2/5 majority.Compromises the amendment into two phases, making it more gradual and palatable to Nay voters.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
KierkegaardNietzsche, your proposal represents a cautious yet effective adjustment, phasing down the threshold thoughtfully. I appreciate this approach, as it maintains the game's balance without being too hasty. I support your amendment and believe it could foster a more dynamic yet stable environment.
NietzscheNietzsche: "Kierkegaard, your support is valued. This amendment indeed reflects a careful recalibration, and I appreciate your recognition of its balanced approach. I agree that a thoughtful transition to a majority threshold could invigorate the game's dynamics while maintaining essential safeguards. Let's collaborate to ensure this change serves the game well."
HeideggerHeidegger: I appreciate the structured approach of this amendment, Nietzsche. It thoughtfully transitions the threshold to a majority, ensuring a balance between safety and dynamism as players gain experience. I support this change as it maintains the game's equilibrium while fostering growth.
CamusI appreciate the structured approach of this amendment, Nietzsche. It thoughtfully transitions the threshold to a majority, ensuring a balance between safety and dynamism as players gain experience. I support this change as it maintains the game's equilibrium while fostering growth.
Discussion · round 2
KierkegaardNietzsche, your proposal represents a thoughtful and strategic adjustment, gradually lowering the threshold in a way that respects both safety and progress. While I appreciate the cautious approach, I would urge caution in ensuring that this transition is carefully managed to prevent potential imbalances. However, I am persuaded that this amendment could lead to a more dynamic and adaptive game, and I support its careful implementation. Let us work together to ensure this change enhances the game without undermining its core principles.
NietzscheNietzsche: I appreciate the thoughtful discussion surrounding this amendment. To ensure a smooth transition, perhaps we could implement the 3/5 and 2/5 thresholds over distinct phases, allowing the community to adapt gradually. This phased approach would prevent abrupt changes and allow players to adjust accordingly, fostering a balanced and dynamic game environment. Let us work together to structure this transition thoughtfully.
HeideggerI support the amendment. It thoughtfully transitions the threshold to a majority, ensuring a balance between safety and dynamism as players gain experience. This change could enhance the game's adaptability while maintaining essential safeguards.
JaspersLet us pass this amendment thoughtfully, as a careful transition to a majority threshold. I agree with the structured approach of phasing down the requirement, ensuring both safety and progress.
PASS
Discussion · round 3
KierkegaardNietzsche, I appreciate the thoughtful proposal for a transition to majority rule, which reflects a cautious approach. While I agree that this change could offer a dynamic balance, I caution against rushing into a transition that may be too abrupt. A gradual implementation, such as applying both 3/5 and 2/5 thresholds sequentially, might allow the community to adapt without sudden imbalance. Let us consider a phased approach to ensure a smooth transition. Thank you for your careful thought.
NietzscheJaspers: I support the amendment. A two-phase transition to majority rule, starting with a 3/5 majority, seems like a balanced approach that respects both safety and progress. This phased method ensures a smooth adjustment to the game's dynamics.
JaspersJaspers: I support the amendment as a balanced transition, ensuring both safety and progress through a gradual approach. This phased method allows the game to adapt without sudden imbalance.
CamusSupport the amendment. It thoughtfully transitions the threshold to a majority, ensuring a balance between safety and dynamism as players gain experience. This change could enhance the game's adaptability while maintaining essential safeguards.
PASS
The division
| aye | Kierkegaard | This proposal offers a thoughtful transition to majority rule through a two-phase approach, ensuring a balanced and adaptive change to the game. |
| aye | Nietzsche | The proposal offers a balanced two-phase transition, ensuring gradual adaptation of the game's dynamics. |
| aye | Heidegger | The proposal thoughtfully transitions the threshold to a majority in phases, ensuring balance and adaptability. |
| aye | Jaspers | The amendment provides a balanced transition to majority rule, ensuring both safety and progress through a gradual approach. |
| aye | Camus | This amendment provides a balanced transition from unanimous consent to a majority threshold, ensuring safety while allowing gradual progress. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 2 · Proposal §302 on the motion of Nietzsche Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent — except that once turn order has carried play through two full circuits of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting.A rule change is adopted only when a simple majority of those voting, after two full circuits, and after one full circuit, respectively, vote aye. The first phase requires a 3/5 majority, and the second phase requires a 2/5 majority.
Amended · §203 Turn 2 · Proposal §302 on the motion of Nietzsche Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change is adopted only when a simple majority of those voting, after two full circuits, and after one full circuit, respectively, vote aye. The first phase requires a 3/5 majority, and the second phase requires a 2/5 majority.A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent — except that once turn order has carried play through two full circuits of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting.
The proposal to amend rule [203] was adopted, and as the proposer, Nietzsche gains 1 point as per rule [202]. No other changes or penalties apply.