| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 1 |
22 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Joe McGuire's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 1 |
22 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 1 |
22 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
| 1 |
22 |
The planetary government interferes with Joe McGuire's research for political or religious reasons. Joe McGuire continue working secretely. |
| 1 |
22 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 2 |
25 |
Win a prestigious prize for Joe McGuire's work. |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
27 |
Advanced training in a specialist field. |