3.0 The Assembly

3.1 What is the Assembly?

The Assembly is a creative hub within The Voyage DAO, where new proposals, strategies, and innovative solutions are developed and refined. It serves as the engine for growth and evolution, driving forward-thinking initiatives and shaping the DAO's future direction.

3.2 Key Functions

1. Proposal Refinement The Assembly evaluates and refines all submitted proposals to ensure they are aligned with The Voyage DAO's principles and values. Example: A player submits a proposal to introduce a new gameplay mechanic. The Assembly reviews it and suggests adjustments for feasibility and alignment with community goals.

2. Community Engagement The Assembly facilitates discussions and debates on major topics, fostering collaboration and inclusivity within the community. Example: Before implementing a new resource distribution model, the Assembly organizes a debate to gather feedback from sub-DAOs.

3. Consensus Building The Assembly plays a critical role in building consensus around key proposals, ensuring that decisions are democratic and transparent. Example: The Assembly consolidates community opinions on a controversial feature and prepares it for a vote.

3.3 Principles Governing the Assembly

• Inclusivity: The Assembly ensures all members, regardless of token holdings, can contribute ideas and participate in discussions. Example: A dedicated platform is provided for token holders to submit ideas and feedback.

• Transparency: All Assembly activities, from proposal evaluations to final recommendations, are publicly documented. Example: Summaries of Assembly discussions are published for the community to review.

• Fairness: The Assembly operates without bias and ensures that decisions reflect the best interests of the DAO. Example: Members of the Assembly abstain from voting on proposals where they have conflicts of interest.

3.4 Legal Role and Compliance

The Assembly ensures that all proposals comply with relevant legal frameworks and DAO principles, such as:

1. Alignment with MICA regulations: The Assembly ensures that governance token usage aligns with European regulatory standards.

2. KYC Compliance: Only verified members can submit or vote on proposals, ensuring the integrity of the process.

3.5 Practical Examples of the Assembly

1. Balancing Game Economy: A proposal to adjust resource extraction rates is refined and prepared by the Assembly before a community vote.

2. Facilitating Cross-DAO Collaboration: Two sub-DAOs submit overlapping proposals. The Assembly coordinates their efforts to develop a unified solution.

3. Rejecting Unfit Proposals: A proposal that violates DAO principles (e.g., bypassing KYC) is flagged and rejected by the Assembly.

3.6 How the Assembly is Elected and Monitored

• Selection Process: Assembly members are elected by governance token holders in a transparent voting process. Candidates must meet predefined eligibility criteria.

• Accountability: Members are required to publish regular reports and participate in open community meetings to maintain transparency. Example: Monthly reports outline the Assembly’s activities and decisions.

• Rotation and Removal: To prevent stagnation, members serve fixed terms, with mechanisms for their removal if they fail to meet community expectations. Example: A vote of no confidence can trigger the replacement of underperforming members.

3.7 Why is the Assembly Important?

The Assembly is central to the operation of The Voyage DAO, serving as a bridge between ideas and execution. Its focus on collaboration, transparency, and fairness ensures that the DAO evolves in a direction that reflects the collective vision of its members.