There have been a lot of fantastic debates in this section of the forums, so I thought we could make things a bit more "interesting." Here's how it works: I will create profiles on which 2 people will debate one-on-one on a topic of their choosing. You will receive points based on 3 categories: argument strength, evidence, and refutation. Argument strength is just that - how strong are your arguments. Logical fallacies and cogency of the argument play a strong role here (so, is the argument "correct" and does it make sense). Your spelling and grammar are important to, so either get a browser with spell-check or put your comments in Word or something that can check your spelling. Evidence is articles or journals to which you can provide links to help support your argument. How reliable the evidence is also matters, so Wikipedia articles will not count towards evidence. Refutation means being able to counter what your opponent is saying. If you can point out flaws in their argument or present counter-examples to their arguments then you can get points in this category. The debate will go on until a predetermined score has been reached. The winner will have his or her best argument point merited - thus receiving 25 AP! ---- So, if you want to join, just put your name, the topic you would like to debate about, and how many points you would like to go to (I would suggest maybe 10 or 15 for right now, I'm not exactly sure how all the scoring will work out yet). Also include your stance on the topic. Once you have this info posted, you have just given out a challenge and anyone can challenge you. If you would like to challenge someone, then post your name, their name, and the topic. Feel free to create multiple challenges, so long as you can keep track of them all! Once two debaters have been matched, I'll post a link to the profile on which you guys will be debating.
I think that's everything, but here's an example of a challenge:
Name: Moegreche Topic: Does God exist? My stance: God does not exist!
If someone were to challenge me, then they would have to argue an opposing view to mine (in this case, that God does exist). So, let the debates begin, and if anything is unclear or if I've missed anything then let me know either on this thread or on my profile. Thanks, and happy debating!!
Also, Megamickel needs a different challenger. He's arguing for evolution, so if anyone is willing to argue for creation, please let me know. He's already prepared his arguments so I'd like to find him a partner quickly. Remember, the winner gets 25 AP!
I would gladly debate anyone on almost any subject, although I do not have a real idea of what 'Operation Chaos' is, nor do I feel like discussing aliens at this time (I just got through arguing with some imbecile for far too long...).
I am not sure I can argue a tree falling in the forest, since I believe it does make a sound. However, I guess I can debate with Megamickel, even though I thought he believed in God, so he can easily just say God 'sparked' evolution... but, I guess I am up for it. Where do I go to debate with him?
So we'll have homegrove and Megamickel debating on this. This should really be a debate about the theory of evolution, not a "first cause" debate. However first biological life can still be an issue, just not cosmological "roblems." Megamickel will present his argument first.
Okay, I call bull. I wasn't finished with that and I bumped tab and then hit space >_> What I meant was, g'luck. Come out swinging, cuz I intend to do the same.
I will post the scores on the profiles on which you guys are debating. I am still refining my scoring method, however, so I won't post current scores until I'm positive that I like the scores I have. Just keep hammering away!! And Devoidless, let me see what I have in stock
Name: Skipper8656568 Topic: Animal Slaughter/Vegatairian (is it the moral thing to do) whats it good for? My stance: Immoral thing to do/pro-veg! Thanks Moegreche!
Okay, sorry for the delay. Strop and Skipper, you guys will be here: http://armorgames.com/user/Debate_Morality2 Skipper, you present your argument first.
Devoidless and Divine Darkness, you guys will be here: http://armorgames.com/user/Debate_Philosophy1 Divine, you present your argument first.
