Drones Argument Forms
Forms of argumentation first identified in Drones Club. Provided here for the reader's study as he feels inclined, his use as he is able, and to help him realize when he's about to be compromised.
Ad Argumentum-
Derailing a discussion by commenting on the forms of argument used by your opponent, with the hope of intimidating him into yeilding because you know so much.
Classically used by Bob Kuzoff.
Evan's Bludgeon-
Stating the extreme for tactical surprise.
Classically used by Evan Wilson.
Boa Constrictor-
Defining terms broadly to draw the opponent into agreement, at which time the strict definition is introduced and the opponent's agreement is assumed.
Classically used by Doug Wilson.
Roy's Rule for Dougisms(commonly the Boa Constrictor)-
Say yes to the first question and no to everything thereafter.
Classically used by Roy Knecht.
Pulling a Dustin-
An attempt at maintaining the offensive by saying, "Prove me wrong." after each of your declarations, or conversely, by saying, "Prove it." after each statement by your opponent.
Classically used by Dustin Bower
Evan's Highhorse-
An attempt to lend credence to your argument by pointing out your social superiority.
Classically used by Evan Wilson.
posted by Mark @ 10:45 AM
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2 Comments:
We ought to have a new form called the Ad Ignorantium which appeals not to the advocate's own ignorance, but rather attacks that of his opponent; for instance, "You just don't understand the original Greek" or "Have you been reading the King James Version? That version is flawed" or "Ah, you say . . . but Aristotle says . . ." (whether or not Aristotle really says it)
Thanks for supplying examples. This is tried often. However, most Drones argument forms contain a certain amount of illegitimacy which makes their use dangerous. This almost seems too faultless.
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