| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Scientist (Scholar). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
21 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 2 |
23 |
Good fortune |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 3 |
30 |
A romantic relationship ends badly. Gain a Rival or Enemy. |
| 3 |
30 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 4 |
30 |
Entered Merchant Academy with the Shipboard curriculum. |
| 4 |
34 |
A prank goes horribly wrong. Gain an Enemy |
| 4 |
34 |
Graduated with honors. |
| 5 |
34 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 5 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 5 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 5 |
38 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 3 with the new title 3rd Officer. |
| 6 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 6 |
41 |
Melba Shapter's business or ship thrives. |
| 6 |
42 |
Forced to continue current assignment. |
| 6 |
42 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 4 with the new title 2nd Officer. |
| 7 |
42 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 40,000 for medical bills. |
| 7 |
42 |
Retired at age 42. |
| 7 |
42 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 7 |
45 |
A good deal ensures Melba Shapter is living the high life for a few years. |
| 7 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 5 with the new title 1st Officer. |