| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Rogue (Pirate) with the new title Lackey. |
| 1 |
19 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Melva Bates's Contacts or Allies betrays Melva Bates, ending Melva Bates's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 2 |
20 |
A good deal ensures Melva Bates is living the high life for a few years. |
| 2 |
23 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 3 |
25 |
A good deal ensures Melva Bates is living the high life for a few years. |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 4 |
31 |
Nearly killed. |
| 5 |
31 |
Became a Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Crewman. |
| 5 |
32 |
Melva Bates is blamed for an accident that causes the death of several crew members. Melva Bates's guilt drives Melva Bates to excel. |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) rank 1 with the new title Able Spacehand. |
| 6 |
35 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 6 |
35 |
Failed to qualify for Line/Crew (Navy). |
| 6 |
35 |
Continued as Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 6 |
39 |
Abuse Melva Bates's position for profit. |
| 7 |
39 |
Voluntarily left Engineer/Gunner |
| 7 |
39 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 7 |
43 |
Refused to perform research that goes against Melva Bates's conscience. |