| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 1 |
22 |
An expedition or voyage goes wrong, leaving Vina Shackley stranded in the wilderness. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Scout (Surveyor). |
| 2 |
25 |
Good fortune |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Scout (Surveyor) rank 1 with the new title Scout. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scout (Surveyor). |
| 3 |
28 |
Psychologically damaged by Vina Shackley's time in the scouts. |
| 4 |
28 |
Failed to qualify for Scientist (Scholar). |
| 4 |
28 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 4 |
28 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 4 |
30 |
Befriend a useful ally in one sphere. Gain an Ally. |
| 4 |
32 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 5 |
32 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 5 |
35 |
Embroiled in legal trouble. |
| 5 |
36 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 6 |
36 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 6 |
38 |
A sudden war destroys Vina Shackley's trade routes and contacts, forcing Vina Shackley to flee that region of space. |
| 6 |
38 |
Gain rebels as Enemy |
| 7 |
38 |
Switched to Scholar (Scientist) with previous rank. |
| 7 |
40 |
Win a prestigious prize for Vina Shackley's work. |
| 8 |
42 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 8 |
43 |
Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |
| 9 |
46 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 30,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
46 |
Retired at age 46. |