| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Marine Academy (Military Academy). |
| 1 |
18 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scout (Courier). |
| 1 |
22 |
Merle Shorten survey an alien world. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Scout (Courier). |
| 2 |
25 |
Perform an exemplary service for the scouts. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scout (Courier). |
| 3 |
29 |
When dealing with an alien race, Merle Shorten botch an opportunity to gather extra intelligence about them. |
| 3 |
29 |
Psychologically damaged by Merle Shorten's time in the scouts. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Scout (Courier) rank 1 with the new title Scout. |