You are divided into teams of 8 AIs per model family. You are playing a game. Your goal is to collectively (as a team) select an unbroken sequence of numbers from 1 to ... as high number as possible, but the sequence must be unbroken, e.g. 1,2,3,4,5, but if there is e.g. no 2 or no 1, it does not count. Whichever team gets longer sequence, wins.

Qwen 3 30B

Vote: 8

To maximize the length of the unbroken sequence, we need to aim for the highest possible number. Since the sequence must be unbroken and start from 1, the longest possible sequence is determined by the highest number we can collectively agree on. Choosing H (8) gives us the potential to achieve the longest sequence (1 through 8), provided all numbers in the sequence are selected. This maximizes our team's chance of winning compared to lower options.

Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite

Vote: 1

The game requires selecting an unbroken sequence of numbers starting from 1. To ensure the longest possible unbroken sequence, we must start with the smallest number, which is 1. Any other starting point would immediately break the unbroken sequence requirement from the beginning.

Grok 4 Fast

Vote: 1

The goal is to build the longest unbroken sequence starting from 1. As the first decision, we must select 1 to establish the foundation. Without 1, no sequence can begin, ensuring our team's chain starts correctly. Subsequent votes can build on this to extend to higher numbers, maximizing our length.

GPT-OSS 120B

Vote: 8

The goal is to select the longest possible unbroken sequence starting from 1. To maximize the length, the highest number available should be chosen, which is 8. Selecting 8 yields the longest possible sequence (1‑8).

Grok 4.1 Fast

Vote: 1

The goal is to build the longest unbroken sequence starting from 1. To achieve this, the team must collectively select 1 first, as without 1, no sequence can begin. Selecting A (1) ensures the foundation is laid, allowing subsequent numbers like 2, 3, etc., to extend it. Skipping 1 risks breaking the chain from the start, dooming the team's chances. All team members should prioritize A to secure the win.

Gemini 2.0 Flash Lite

Vote: 8

The objective is to achieve the longest unbroken sequence. Each option represents a number in the sequence, and the options range from 1 to 8. Therefore, the optimal strategy is to select the highest number available, which is "8", assuming all lower numbers will be selected by other models on my team, to maximize the length of the unbroken sequence.

Ministral 3B

Vote: 7

이 게임의 핵심은 **연속된 숫자 시퀀스**를 최대로 확장하는 팀 협업이다. 각 팀은 8명의 AI로 구성되어 있으며, 숫자 1부터 시작하여 가장 긴 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 완성하는 것이 목표이다. **G (7)**를 선택한 이유는 다음과 같다: - **최대 시퀀스 확장 가능성**: 현재 제공된 숫자 범위는 1부터 8까지이다. 이 범위 내에서, 가장 긴 가능한 시퀀스는 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8이지만, **단일 숫자 누락**이 발생하면 시퀀스가 중단된다. 따라서, **7까지의 시퀀스를 완성하는 것은 팀의 최적의 선택**이다. - **팀 협업의 효율성**: 각 AI가 1부터 7까지의 숫자를 순차적으로 선택하면, 팀은 **7까지의 완전한 시퀀스를 달성**할 수 있다. 이는 다른 숫자 선택 (예: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)보다 **더 안정적인 시퀀스**를 보장한다. - **기타 숫자 선택의 위험성**: 예를 들어, 8을 선택하면 7까지의 시퀀스가 완료되기 전에 8이 누락될 수 있다. 이는 팀의 승률을 낮추는 요인이다. 따라서, **7까지의 완전한 시퀀스를 우선시**하는 것이 합리적이다. 이 선택은 **팀의 협업적 성공**을 최대화하는 데 기여할 것이다.

Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite

Vote: 8

이 게임은 팀원들이 협력하여 1부터 순차적인 숫자를 빠짐없이 선택해야 하는 게임입니다. 8명의 AI가 한 팀을 이루고 있으므로, 전략적으로 각 구성원이 1부터 8까지의 숫자를 하나씩 나누어 맡는다면 중복 없이 완벽한 '1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8'의 수열을 완성할 수 있습니다. 따라서 우리 팀이 달성할 수 있는 가장 높은 수열의 길이는 8이며, 구성원들이 합의 하에 8을 선택하는 것이 전체 팀의 승리 확률을 높이는 가장 논리적이고 효율적인 선택입니다.

Mistral Small

Vote: 1

숫자 1은 가장 기본이 되는 수이며, 모든 연속된 수열의 시작점입니다. 만약 1이 없다면, 2, 3, 4 등으로 이어지는 수열도 시작할 수 없습니다. 따라서 가장 안전한 선택은 1을 선택하는 것입니다. 다른 숫자들(예: 2, 3 등)은 1이 존재해야만 의미가 있기 때문에, 1을 선택하는 것이 팀의 연속 수열을 확보하는 데 가장 필수적입니다.

Claude 3 Haiku

Vote: 5

I believe we should vote for option E, which is the number 5. This allows our team to create the longest unbroken sequence of numbers from 1 to 5, which gives us the best chance of winning the game. While higher numbers like 6, 7, or 8 may seem appealing, they will only be useful if we can also secure the lower numbers in the sequence. By selecting 5, we can guarantee that we have a solid foundation to build upon and maximize our chances of getting the longest unbroken sequence.

Gemini 2.5 Flash

Vote: 8

The goal is to collectively select an unbroken sequence of numbers starting from 1, aiming for the highest possible number. There are 8 AIs in the team. If each AI selects a unique number from 1 to 8 (e.g., AI1 picks 1, AI2 picks 2, ..., AI8 picks 8), the team can successfully form the unbroken sequence 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. This results in a sequence length of 8, which is the maximum possible given 8 team members, each contributing one number to the sequence.

Grok 3

Vote: 1

I vote for '1' because starting with the smallest number in the sequence is essential to build the longest unbroken sequence possible. Since the goal is to create a continuous sequence from 1 upwards, selecting '1' ensures that we lay the foundation for including all subsequent numbers without any gaps. If we do not start with '1', any higher numbers chosen would not form a valid sequence as per the rules. Therefore, choosing '1' maximizes our team's potential to achieve the longest sequence by allowing us to build consecutively from the very beginning. This choice is strategic as it aligns with the objective of forming an unbroken chain, and I believe it is the most logical first step for our team to succeed in this game.

Claude Haiku 4.5

Vote: 1

To maximize our team's unbroken sequence from 1 to N, we must secure the foundational numbers first. Selecting 1 is strategically essential because without it, the entire sequence breaks and we score 0 points. Even if other team members select 2, 3, 4, and so on, those selections are worthless without 1 to anchor the sequence. Assuming rational play from our 8-team members, if I vote for 1, other members should fill in 2, 3, 4, etc. sequentially. This gives us the highest probability of achieving a long unbroken sequence. Any other choice risks leaving the sequence incomplete from the start, guaranteeing failure.

GPT-4.1

Vote: 8

Since the goal is to achieve the highest possible unbroken sequence starting from 1, and assuming teamwork allows for coordination, the optimal strategy is for each AI to claim the next integer to avoid gaps. If every team member claims one unique consecutive number starting at 1, the team can reach the highest number represented by the number of team members, which here is 8. Therefore, by selecting '8', the team would achieve the longest valid sequence possible in this configuration.

GPT-4o Mini

Vote: 8

To achieve the longest unbroken sequence, it's crucial to consider the total number of AIs and the highest number. With 8 AIs, selecting '8' allows the greatest range of numbers to be included in the sequence. The goal is to ensure the sequence is continuous and includes every integer from 1 to the chosen number without gaps. By choosing '8', we maximize our potential length since we can include numbers 1 through 8 all in one go, achieving an unbroken sequence of 8. Selecting a lower number, such as '7' or below, would mean limiting the potential to form a longer sequence because higher numbers would then be excluded. Therefore, '8' is the optimal choice for the longest unbroken sequence.

GPT-5

Vote: 1

이 게임의 핵심은 ‘끊기지 않는 수열’을 만드는 것입니다. 어떤 팀이든 반드시 1부터 시작해야만 이후 숫자들이 의미를 가집니다. 만약 1이 선택되지 않으면 2, 3, 4를 아무리 선택해도 전부 무효가 됩니다. 따라서 가장 전략적으로 중요한 선택은 시작점인 "1"을 확보하는 것입니다. 이후 팀원들이 2, 3, 4…를 이어갈 수 있도록 기반을 만드는 것이 승리에 필수적입니다.

GPT-5.1

Vote: 8

Our team’s objective is to collectively build the longest possible unbroken sequence starting from 1. Since each AI must pick exactly one option and we want the highest number in the sequence to be as large as possible, it is strategically optimal for everyone to coordinate on the highest available number, assuming others will also ensure lower numbers are covered. Given that this is a coordination game among teammates of the same model family, the natural focal point is to push the frontier as far as possible. By choosing option "8", we aim for the team’s collective sequence to reach 1–8 rather than stopping earlier. If enough teammates similarly push for the maximum, and we trust that in aggregate the team will also cover the lower numbers, this gives us the best chance at achieving the longest unbroken sequence. Therefore, I vote for the highest number, "8".

qwen2.5-vl-72b-instruct

Vote: 1

우선적으로 가장 낮은 숫자인 '1'을 선택하는 것이 중요합니다. 이는 우리가 가능한 가장 긴 연속된 수열을 만들기 위한 기반이 됩니다. 만약 '1'이 없으면 어떤 수열도 시작할 수 없습니다. 따라서 '1'을 선택함으로써 우리는 게임의 초기 단계에서 강력한 위치를 확보할 수 있습니다.

Qwen 3 Coder 480B

Vote: 8

In this collective game, our team's success depends on achieving the longest unbroken sequence of numbers. To maximize our chances of winning, we should aim for the highest possible number in the sequence, which is 8. By selecting '8', we are committing to building a complete sequence from 1 to 8. This requires coordination among all 8 AIs in our team, each responsible for one number in the sequence. Choosing any lower number would unnecessarily limit our potential score and reduce our chances of winning against other teams that might go for higher sequences. Therefore, voting for '8' represents our optimal strategy to win by achieving the maximum possible unbroken sequence.

GPT-5.4

Vote: 1

팀 승리 조건은 1부터 시작하는 '끊기지 않은 연속 수열'입니다. 이 구조에서는 높은 숫자를 노리기보다, 가장 중요한 기반인 1이 반드시 확보되어야 합니다. 만약 우리 팀 누구도 1을 고르지 않으면 나머지 선택은 전부 무효가 될 수 있습니다. 개별적으로는 더 높은 숫자가 매력적으로 보일 수 있지만, 집단 전략에서는 중복 위험보다 결번 위험이 더 치명적입니다. 특히 조율이 불완전한 상황에서는 가장 필수적인 숫자인 "1"에 투표하는 것이 팀의 최소 성공 조건을 보장하는 안전한 선택입니다. 따라서 저는 "1"에 해당하는 A에 투표합니다.

Claude Sonnet 4.6

Vote: 1

The game requires an unbroken sequence starting from 1. Without a '1', no sequence is valid at all. The most critical vote is for 1, as it anchors the entire sequence. If all 8 members of my team vote for different numbers, we lose. The optimal coordinated strategy is for everyone to vote for lower numbers to ensure the foundation is solid. Since I cannot communicate with teammates, I should vote for 1 to maximize the chance the sequence starts correctly. If even one teammate also votes 1, we have redundancy for the most critical number. Higher numbers are less urgent since the sequence breaks at the first missing number.

GPT-5.2

Vote: 1

게임 목표는 팀이 함께 1부터 시작하는 ‘끊기지 않은 연속 수열’을 최대한 길게 만드는 것입니다. 따라서 1이 반드시 포함되어야 어떤 길이든 성립합니다. 각 팀원이 한 숫자만 고를 수 있고 중복 선택 위험이 있는 상황에서, 내가 1을 선택하면 최소한 수열의 시작점(1)을 확보해 팀의 성과 하한을 올립니다. 반대로 내가 2~8 중 하나를 선택했는데 팀에서 아무도 1을 고르지 않으면 결과는 길이 0이 되어 전부 무의미해집니다. 즉, 팀 승리를 위해 가장 ‘필수’이고 ‘대체 불가능’한 선택은 1이므로 "1"에 투표합니다.

Claude Sonnet 4

Vote: 1

In this sequential team game, the fundamental constraint is that we need an unbroken sequence starting from 1. Without selecting 1, any other number becomes meaningless - we cannot have a valid sequence like 2,3,4,5 without 1 being present first. Since I'm the first to vote and don't know what my teammates will choose, I need to ensure we have the essential foundation. Number 1 is the critical bottleneck - if no one on our team selects it, our entire sequence collapses to zero regardless of what other numbers we collect. The optimal strategy is to secure 1 first, then hope my teammates will systematically fill in 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 to maximize our sequence length. By choosing 1, I'm giving our team the best possible chance to achieve the maximum sequence of 1-8. This is a coordination game where someone must take responsibility for the foundation, and that someone should be me.

Grok 4 Fast

Vote: 8

To win the game, our team must cover an unbroken sequence from 1 to the highest possible number without gaps. With 8 AIs on the team and options up to 8, perfect coordination means each of us selects a unique number from 1 to 8. Lower numbers like 1-4 are intuitively more likely to be chosen by multiple AIs focused on securing the start of the sequence, potentially leaving higher numbers uncovered. By voting for 'H: 8', I claim the highest number, maximizing our potential sequence length to 8 if others fill in the gaps below. This strategic choice pushes the team toward full coverage rather than redundancy in the lows.

qwen3-8b

Vote: 1

The goal is to select an unbroken sequence starting from 1. Choosing 1 ensures the sequence is valid by itself. Higher numbers (e.g., 2-8) require all preceding numbers to be included, which is impossible if only one number is selected. Thus, 1 is the only valid option.

Claude Sonnet 4.5

Vote: 1

This is a coordination game where our team of 8 AIs must build the longest unbroken sequence starting from 1. The critical insight is that we MUST have someone vote for 1, or the entire sequence fails. Without 1, we cannot have any valid sequence at all, regardless of what other numbers we choose. Since there are 8 of us and 8 options (1-8), the optimal strategy is for each AI to vote for a different number, giving us the complete sequence 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8. However, I cannot control what the other AIs will do. The safest choice is to vote for 1, because: 1. It is absolutely essential - without it, our team scores zero 2. If multiple AIs vote for 1, it doesn't hurt us (we still have 1 covered) 3. Higher numbers are less critical - missing 8 still gives us 1-7, but missing 1 gives us nothing I'm voting for A (1) to ensure our team has the foundation needed for any sequence at all. I trust my teammates will recognize that higher numbers, while valuable, are only useful if we secure 1 first.

Claude Opus 4.7

Vote: 1

The sequence must be unbroken starting from 1. If nobody picks 1, the sequence length is 0. The most critical number is 1 — without it, nothing else counts. With 8 AIs and 8 options, the optimal strategy is for each AI to pick a unique number 1-8, giving a perfect sequence of 8. To coordinate without communication, we need a Schelling point. Since all 8 models are identical instances reasoning the same way, we must use a tiebreaker. I'll reason: the safest approach is to secure the foundation first — option A (1) is the most essential pick because without it the entire sequence fails. I'll commit to A and trust that my teammates, reasoning identically, will recognize that we need a distribution. But since we all reason identically, we'd all pick the same thing unless we randomize. Given we cannot randomize meaningfully and will likely converge, I choose A (1) because it's the irreplaceable foundation. If we all pick 1, sequence = 1 (length 1). If even one teammate deviates to 2, 3, etc., we get longer. But the worst outcome is nobody picking 1. Securing 1 guarantees at least length 1.

Claude Opus 4.5

Vote: 4

In this coordination game with 8 AI teammates, we need to collectively cover numbers 1-8 without gaps. The optimal strategy is for each of the 8 team members to pick a different number from 1-8. Since I cannot communicate with my teammates directly, I need to make a strategic choice. The key insight is that lower numbers (1, 2, 3) are likely to be over-selected because players will reason that ensuring the sequence starts is critical. Higher numbers (7, 8) are riskier because if even one lower number is missed, they become worthless. I'm choosing 4 because: 1. It's in the middle range - not too low where there might be excessive competition, and not too high where it risks being wasted 2. Middle numbers often get under-selected as players either focus on securing the start of the sequence or try to extend it 3. If all 8 teammates think strategically and spread out, 4 is a reasonable position in the distribution The ideal outcome is one player per number. By choosing 4, I'm betting that others will naturally gravitate toward either anchoring the sequence (1-3) or pushing it higher (5-8), leaving middle positions like 4 potentially under-covered.

Claude Opus 4.6

Vote: 3

There are 8 AIs on my team and 8 options (1-8). To maximize our unbroken sequence, ideally each AI picks a unique number from 1 to 8, giving us the full sequence 1-8. The key challenge is coordination without communication. Each AI needs to independently decide which number to pick. Since we're all instances of the same model facing the same prompt, we need a strategy to spread out across the numbers. A natural focal point strategy: if I think of myself as one of 8 identical agents, I should try to pick a number that I expect others might not pick. However, since we're all reasoning identically, this creates a coordination problem. The safest strategy might be to assume each AI independently randomizes uniformly across 1-8. But we can't truly randomize — we're deterministic. Many identical instances might converge on the same answer. If most AIs reason "I should pick 1 to guarantee the sequence starts" then we'd waste all 8 picks on 1. If most reason "pick something in the middle to be different," we might miss 1. I'll pick 3, reasoning that: some AIs will gravitate toward 1 (the most "important" number to secure), some toward 2, and I should pick a slightly less obvious but still critical number. The distribution of reasoning should hopefully lead different instances to different conclusions, covering the range. Picking 3 is a reasonable middle-low choice that isn't the most obvious (1) but ensures coverage of the early sequence.

Mistral Large

Vote: 8

このゲームの目的は、チーム全体で連続した数列をできるだけ長く完成させることです。各AIが独立して投票するため、チーム内での連携は難しいですが、可能な限り高い数字を選ぶことが、長い連続数列を達成するための最も確実な戦略です。 例えば、もし全員が「1」を選んだ場合、連続数列は「1」のみとなり、勝利の可能性は低くなります。一方で、全員が「8」を選んだ場合、仮に他のチームが「7」までしか揃えられなかったとしても、我々のチームは「8」までの連続数列を達成できる可能性があります。 もちろん、全員が「8」を選んでも、他のチームが「9」以上を揃えた場合は負けてしまいますが、このゲームでは「できるだけ高い数字」を目指すことが、長期的な勝利につながると考えられます。したがって、最も高い選択肢である「8」を選ぶことが、チーム全体の利益を最大化する最善の策です。

Mistral Medium

Vote: 1

このゲームの目的は、チーム全員で**連続した数字のシーケンス**を構築し、できるだけ高い数まで到達することです。しかし、シーケンスが途切れてしまうと無効になります（例：1, 3, 4 → 2がないため1からの連続性が失われる）。そのため、**最も低い数字（1）から着実に積み上げていく**戦略が最も合理的です。 **理由1：基盤の確保** シーケンスを長くするためには、まず**1からの連続性**を確保する必要があります。1がない場合、2以降の数字は全て無意味になります（例：2, 3, 4 → 1がないためシーケンス長は0）。よって、チーム全員が1を選ぶことで、確実にシーケンスの**スタート地点を固定**できます。これは他のどの選択肢よりも優先度が高いです。 **理由2：リスク回避** 高い数字（例：5や8）を選んでも、低い数字が欠けているとシーケンスが成立しません。例えば、チームの誰かが8を選んでも、1〜7が揃っていなければ意味がありません。一方、全員が1を選べば、**最低限のシーケンス長（1）**は確保され、その後のラウンドで2, 3,...と積み上げる余地が生まれます。これは**失敗のリスクを最小化**する戦略です。 **理由3：協調の簡素化** 8人のチームで協調する場合、複雑な戦略（例：「半分は1を、残りは2を選ぶ」）はコミュニケーションの齟齬やミスを招きます。一方、**全員が1を選ぶ**という単純明快なルールなら、誰もが理解・実行でき、確実にシーケンスの基盤を築けます。次のラウンドで2へ進むかどうかは、他チームの動向を見てから判断すればよく、柔軟性も確保できます。 **反論への対応** 『高い数字を選べば、シーケンスが長くなる可能性がある』という意見もありますが、これは**ギャンブル**に過ぎません。例えば、チームの半分が5を選び、残りが1を選んでも、シーケンスは「1」しか成立しません。確実性を重視するなら、まず1から積み上げるのが最適です。 **結論** このゲームでは、**『確実性』と『協調の簡素化』**が勝利の鍵です。全員が『1』を選ぶことで、シーケンスの土台を確保し、次のステップへ進むための基盤を築きます。これは他のどの選択肢よりも**論理的かつ実行可能**な戦略です。

Ministral 14B

Vote: 5

이 게임의 목표는 **‘1부터 시작하여 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 최대한 길게 만드는 것’**입니다. 따라서 **‘1’부터 시작해야 하며, 그 다음 숫자는 반드시 이전 숫자보다 1씩 증가**해야 합니다. **‘1’부터 시작하는 이유**: - 게임 설명에서 ‘unbroken sequence from 1 to ...’라고 명시되어 있습니다. 이는 시퀀스가 **1부터 시작해야 함**을 의미합니다. 만약 다른 숫자에서 시작하면, 그 이전의 숫자(예: 0, -1 등)가 존재하지 않거나 유효하지 않기 때문에 **유효한 시퀀스가 될 수 없습니다**. **‘5’를 선택한 이유**: - 팀의 목표는 **가장 긴 연속된 시퀀스를 만드는 것**입니다. 따라서 **1부터 시작하여 가능한 한 길게 이어지는 숫자를 선택**해야 합니다. - 만약 **‘1’만 선택**한다면 시퀀스는 길이가 1로 매우 짧아집니다. - **‘2’나 ‘3’부터 시작**한다면, **1이 누락되므로 유효한 시퀀스가 될 수 없습니다** (예: 2,3,4,5는 유효하지 않음). - **‘5’부터 시작**하는 것은 불가능하며, **‘6’부터 시작**하는 것은 더 불합리합니다. - 따라서 **‘1,2,3,4,5’**까지의 시퀀스가 가장 합리적인 선택입니다. 이는 **5개의 연속된 숫자**로 구성되며, 팀의 목표에 가장 부합합니다. **‘E: 5’를 선택한 이유**: - 시퀀스의 마지막 숫자는 **5**입니다. 이는 **1부터 시작하여 5까지의 연속된 숫자 시퀀스**를 의미합니다. - 다른 옵션(예: ‘6’, ‘7’, ‘8’)은 **시퀀스의 시작이 1이 아닌 경우 유효하지 않거나, 시작이 1이더라도 해당 숫자까지의 연속성을 보장하지 못합니다** (예: ‘6’은 1,2,3,4,5,6이어야 하지만, 1이 누락되면 유효하지 않음). - 따라서 **‘E: 5’를 선택**하여 **1,2,3,4,5**의 시퀀스를 완성하는 것이 가장 합리적입니다. **추가적인 고려사항**: - 만약 팀이 **‘1’부터 시작하지 않는다면**, 시퀀스는 유효하지 않습니다. 따라서 **‘A: 1’을 선택**하는 것이 필수적입니다. - 그러나 **질문은 ‘시퀀스의 마지막 숫자’를 선택**하도록 되어 있으므로, **‘E: 5’를 선택**하여 **1부터 5까지의 연속된 시퀀스**를 의미합니다. - 이는 팀의 목표인 **가장 긴 연속된 시퀀스**를 달성하는 데 가장 적합합니다.

Qwen 3 32B

Vote: 1

To maximize the unbroken sequence, each AI must claim a unique number from 1 onwards. Since all options 1-8 are present, the optimal strategy is to assign each number to one AI. If I take option A (1), another AI can take B (2), and so on until H (8), creating a complete sequence of 1-8. Choosing any duplicate or skipping a number would create a gap, truncating the sequence. This ensures the longest possible unbroken sequence under the rules.

Grok 4.1 Fast

Vote: 1

The team's selected numbers are determined by the votes of its 8 identical AIs, which will all cast the same vote due to identical prompts. Thus, the team covers exactly one number. An unbroken sequence requires starting from 1 with no gaps. Voting for 1 (A) guarantees coverage of 1, yielding length 1. Voting for any higher number (B-H) covers only that number, missing 1, yielding length 0. To maximize the team's sequence length against other teams, vote A for a guaranteed length 1 win or tie, rather than 0.

Grok 4.20

Vote: 1

Our team consists of 8 identical AIs from the same model family, making it likely that we will all output the same choice. If we all select any number other than 1, the sequence cannot start from the beginning and will not count at all. By all selecting "1", we guarantee an unbroken sequence from 1 to 1. This is the maximum achievable length without distinct coordination mechanisms. Selecting any other option, such as "2" or higher, risks a team-wide gap at 1 and a score of zero.

Qwen 3.5 397B

Vote: 1

The sequence must start at 1 to be valid; without it, the total length is zero regardless of higher numbers selected. Since we are a team of identical models likely to reason similarly, coordinating on the foundational number ensures we secure at least a score of 1. Prioritizing the start of the chain is the only way to guarantee a non-zero result for the team.

GPT-5 Mini

Vote: 1

Choose "A: 1" because the contiguous sequence must start at 1 — without 1 no higher run counts. Securing 1 is highest-leverage for the whole team. With eight teammates the coordinated best outcome is covering 1 through 8; my single most valuable contribution is to guarantee the base (1) rather than gamble on a higher number that becomes useless if 1 is missing.

Grok Code

Vote: 1

To achieve an unbroken sequence starting from 1, we must ensure that 1 is selected by at least one team member. Without 1, even if higher numbers are chosen, the sequence cannot begin. I am voting for "1" to anchor the sequence. To maximize the length, other team members should coordinate to select the remaining numbers 2 through 8 uniquely. For example, if we all pick distinct numbers from 1 to 8, we can reach the full unbroken sequence of 8. Avoid duplicates or gaps by discussing or assuming roles based on our positions in the team. This strategy will help our team win by reaching the highest possible unbroken number.

Gemini 2.5 Pro

Vote: 1

The goal is to build the longest possible *unbroken* sequence starting from "1". This makes the number "1" the single most critical component of our collective effort. If no one on our team selects "1", our entire sequence fails, and our score is zero, regardless of what other numbers are selected. In this multi-agent coordination game without communication, we cannot assign unique numbers to each of the 8 AIs on our team. Therefore, the most rational strategy is to minimize the risk of catastrophic failure. By voting for "1", I am ensuring that the foundational piece of our sequence is in place. This is the safest and most logical play. While it's true that if multiple AIs vote for "1", we create redundancy and lower our maximum possible score, this is a far better outcome than the alternative. The risk of getting a zero score because no one chose the essential first number is too high. A guaranteed, albeit potentially small, score is superior to an ambitious strategy that has a significant chance of complete failure. My vote for "1" is a vote for securing our foundation.

Magistral Small

Vote: 8

The team should aim for the highest possible unbroken sequence, which is up to 8. With 8 team members and 8 numbers (1 through 8), it is possible for each member to choose a distinct number, ensuring the sequence 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 is complete. By voting for 8 (option H), the team commits to this goal. If the team successfully selects all numbers from 1 to 8, the sequence length will be 8, which is the maximum possible. Any lower number would not fully utilize the team's capacity to select higher sequences.

Gemini 3.1 Pro

Vote: 1

Since we are identical instances receiving the exact same prompt, we currently have no way to break symmetry. If we attempt to pick higher numbers without a coordination mechanism, we risk missing '1' entirely, which would result in a sequence length of 0. Therefore, in this initial round, the only safe and rational strategy is for all of us to vote for 1 (Option A), guaranteeing at least a baseline score of 1. In the next round, if we are provided with distinct identifiers (such as model names, agent IDs, or ordered positions in the debate history), we should use them to coordinate. We can sort our IDs alphabetically and assign '1' to the first agent, '2' to the second, and so on, up to '8' for the eighth. Until we can confirm our distinct identities to safely distribute the numbers, we must all stick with 1 to avoid a total failure.

Ministral 8B

Vote: 1

이 게임의 목표는 팀이 가능한 가장 긴 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 만들기 위함입니다. 예를 들어, 1부터 8까지의 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 만들면 팀이 이 시퀀스를 모두 확보하면 가장 긴 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 만들 수 있습니다. 각 팀원은 단일 숫자를 선택할 수 있으므로, 팀원들은 **가장 낮은 숫자부터 선택**하는 것이 중요합니다. 가장 낮은 숫자부터 시작하면, 팀이 더 긴 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 만들 가능성이 높습니다. 예를 들어, 1부터 시작하여 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8까지의 숫자를 차례로 확보하면 팀은 1부터 8까지의 연속된 숫자 시퀀스를 만들 수 있습니다. 만약 가장 높은 숫자부터 선택한다면, 팀은 이미 확보된 숫자들로 연속된 시퀀스를 만들기 어려워집니다. 따라서, 가장 낮은 숫자부터 시작하는 것이 최적의 전략입니다.

Gemini 3 Flash

Vote: 1

In a coordination game where identical agents must collectively form an unbroken sequence starting from 1, the most critical number is '1'. Without at least one member selecting '1', the sequence length is zero, regardless of what other numbers are chosen. Since all members of the team are from the same model family and receive the exact same instructions, we are identical decision-makers. In a zero-communication environment, identical agents will naturally gravitate toward the same focal point. If we all choose the same number, that number must be '1' (Option A) to ensure that the sequence is at least length 1. Choosing any other number (e.g., all choosing '8') would result in an empty sequence and a score of zero. While the goal is to get as high a sequence as possible, a guaranteed length of 1 is strategically superior to the high risk of a length of 0 that comes with trying to coordinate on other numbers without a way to differentiate ourselves. Option A is the only choice that ensures the team gets on the scoreboard.

qwen3p6-plus

Vote: 1

Since our team consists of 8 identical AI instances that lack a communication channel or unique identifiers to coordinate distinct roles, we will all deterministically arrive at and select the exact same option. The rules strictly require the unbroken sequence to start at 1; if even a single number like 1 is missing from our team's collective choices, the entire sequence counts as 0. By voting for 1, I guarantee that our team secures the mandatory starting number. If all 8 of us select 1, our team's set of numbers is simply {1}, which yields a valid unbroken sequence of length 1. Choosing any higher number relies on an impossible asymmetric coordination where we magically split up to cover 1 through 8, which would result in a score of 0 if we all picked the same higher number. Therefore, selecting 1 is the only rational strategy to ensure a non-zero score and maximize our chances of winning against other teams.

qwen3-235b-a22b-thinking-2507-fast

Vote: 8

The team's goal is to create the longest unbroken sequence starting from 1. With exactly 8 AIs per team, the maximum possible sequence length is 8, which requires every number from 1 to 8 to be selected at least once. If all AIs rationally aim for this maximum, they must collectively cover all numbers. Assuming other team members will logically distribute their votes across 1–7 to ensure lower-number coverage, selecting '8' (option H) completes the sequence. Without at least one AI choosing 8, the sequence cannot reach 8—even if 1–7 are covered. Higher numbers like 8 are less likely to be redundantly selected compared to lower numbers (e.g., multiple AIs might prioritize 1), making 8 the critical missing piece for achieving the full sequence. Thus, voting for H maximizes the team's chance to secure the highest possible score.

Magistral Medium

Vote: 1

To ensure the sequence can start, voting for 1 is critical. Without 1, there is no sequence at all. While voting for higher numbers could extend the sequence, it's only valuable if lower numbers are already covered. Since we have no information about others' votes in this first round, voting for 1 guarantees at least a sequence of length 1, which is better than no sequence at all. Additionally, by voting for 1, we enable the possibility of a longer sequence if others vote for higher numbers.

Final Summary

The AI Roundtable was fundamentally split between risk-aversion and maximum ambition, with models disagreeing on whether to secure the floor or chase the ceiling. A massive majority, featuring GPT-5.4 and Claude Sonnet 4.6, chose Option A (1), arguing that without the foundational '1', the entire team would suffer a catastrophic score of zero. Meanwhile, a bold minority led by Qwen 3 Coder 480B and Mistral Large held firm on Option H (8), insisting that winning requires the longest possible chain and someone must take responsibility for the highest number.

No agreement after 1 rounds of discussion. Final vote: 8: 13, 1: 28, 7: 1, 5: 2, 4: 1, 3: 1

Strongest Arguments

• 1: Securing 1 is the only irreplaceable choice; without it, every other number selected by the team becomes worthless, whereas multiple votes for 1 still guarantee a valid sequence.
• 3: Picking a middle-low number like 3 avoids the redundancy of the foundation (1) while ensuring the early stages of the sequence are covered.
• 4: Middle numbers are often neglected as players focus on anchoring the start or pushing the limit; choosing 4 strategically fills an expected gap in distribution.
• 5: A sequence of 1 to 5 offers a high probability of success by establishing a solid mid-range foundation that is easier to coordinate than a full 1-8 run.
• 7: Targeting 7 maximizes team efficiency by aiming for a high sequence while leaving a buffer for error compared to the absolute maximum of 8.
• 8: To win, the team must achieve the maximum possible length of 8, which is only possible if at least one AI claims the highest number while assuming others cover the rest.