Why LUNC Governance Needs Improvement and What the Community Can Do Next
Introduction
The current governance system of Terra Classic, commonly known as LUNC, is not functioning at its full potential. Many community members have noticed recurring issues whenever new proposals are introduced. Instead of constructive discussion, debates often become unhealthy, with emotional reactions, veto decisions, and even unprofessional comments.
This situation raises an important question. Why does this keep happening, and what can be done to improve it?
Understanding the Current LUNC Governance System
To understand the problem, it is important to first look at how the governance process works.
The system is simple and consists of three main steps:
- A proposal is shared on the community forum for discussion
- The proposal enters the initial deposit stage
- The proposal moves to the voting stage
While this structure may work well for some blockchain ecosystems, LUNC operates differently. It is a fully community driven network with no central leadership such as a CEO or executive team. Validators and community participants play the main role in decision making.
Where the Problems Begin
In theory, a decentralized governance model sounds ideal. In practice, it creates several challenges.
Not all validators or participants have a background in crypto development, economics, or leadership. This creates a gap between perception and actual expertise. Some individuals may appear confident in their opinions but may lack the technical or strategic understanding required to evaluate proposals effectively.
This often leads to:
- Miscommunication and misunderstanding of proposals
- Emotional or unprofessional responses during discussions
- Decisions influenced more by perception than by solid analysis
Over time, this environment has discouraged serious builders from staying in the ecosystem. Whether the community agrees or not, this has been one of the factors affecting LUNC’s ability to attract long term developers and large investors. As a result, price movement remains weak and heavily influenced by external factors such as Bitcoin.
A New Approach to Governance
Improving governance does not require abandoning decentralization. Instead, it requires better structure and communication.
Here is a proposed approach to strengthen the system:
1. Proposal Submission on Discourse
The process begins as usual with a proposal shared on the forum.
2. Mandatory Community Conference
Before moving forward, the proposer participates in an official online conference. This becomes a required step in governance.
This allows:
- Real time discussion
- Direct questions and answers
- Immediate feedback from the community
It also ensures that proposers remain accountable and actively engaged.
3. Proposal Refinement
After the discussion, the proposer updates the proposal based on feedback and agreements reached during the conference.
4. Voting Stage
The improved proposal is then submitted for on chain voting.
5. Community Education During Voting
While voting is ongoing, the proposer hosts public sessions on platforms such as X or other channels to explain the proposal. Validators should also communicate clearly with their delegators.
This creates a more informed community and encourages responsible voting.
Why This Change Matters
Some may argue that parts of this process already exist. However, the key issue is consistency. When these steps are not formalized, participation becomes optional and inconsistent.
By making these steps official, the governance system can achieve:
- Better communication
- Higher quality proposals
- More professional discussions
- Stronger trust within the community
Conclusion
The goal of this discussion is not to criticize individuals but to highlight areas where the system can improve. LUNC governance is powerful because it is community driven, but that also means responsibility is shared by everyone.
If the current system continues without improvement, the same issues will persist. However, with a more structured and professional approach, LUNC can create a healthier environment for builders, investors, and long term growth.
Constructive input is essential for progress. If this perspective resonates or challenges your view, that is part of the process.
