| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
20 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Ellen Burress's Contacts or Allies betrays Ellen Burress, ending Ellen Burress's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
20 |
Failed to qualify for Engineer/Gunner (Navy). |
| 2 |
20 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 2 |
20 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 2 |
21 |
Ellen Burress have no idea what happened to Ellen Burress – they found Ellen Burress's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
| 3 |
21 |
Became a Citizen (Colonist). |
| 3 |
25 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |