| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Entertainer (Artist). |
| 1 |
21 |
An investigation, tour, project or expedition goes wrong, stranding Ruth Sims far from home. |
| 2 |
21 |
Failed to qualify for Star Marine (Marine). |
| 2 |
21 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 2 |
22 |
Ruth Sims run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 3 |
22 |
Failed to qualify for Engineer/Gunner (Navy). |
| 3 |
22 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 3 |
22 |
Became a Navy (Line/Crew) with the new title Crewman. |
| 3 |
26 |
During a battle, defeat or victory depends on Ruth Sims's actions. The ship suffers severe damage and Ruth Sims is blamed for the disaster. Ruth Sims is court - martialled and discharged. |
| 3 |
26 |
Attempt at commissioned failed. |
| 3 |
26 |
Promoted to Navy (Line/Crew) rank 1 with the new title Able Spacehand. |
| 4 |
26 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 4 |
26 |
Failed to qualify for Engineer/Gunner (Navy). |
| 4 |
26 |
Continued as Navy (Line/Crew). |
| 4 |
29 |
Vessel participates in a diplomatic mission. |
| 5 |
30 |
Continued as Navy (Line/Crew). |
| 5 |
33 |
Refuse to abuse Ruth Sims's position for profit. |
| 5 |
34 |
Forced to continue current assignment |
| 5 |
34 |
Promoted to Navy (Line/Crew) rank 2 with the new title Petty Officer, 3rd class. |
| 6 |
34 |
Continued as Navy (Line/Crew). |
| 6 |
37 |
Commanding officer takes an interest in Ruth Sims's career. |
| 7 |
38 |
Continued as Navy (Line/Crew). |
| 7 |
41 |
Special assignment or duty on board ship. |
| 7 |
42 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 8 |
42 |
Entered Merchant Academy with the Shipboard curriculum. |
| 8 |
44 |
Contacted by an underground psionic group. |
| 8 |
46 |
Graduated with honors. |
| 9 |
46 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
46 |
Retired at age 46. |
| 9 |
46 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 9 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 9 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 9 |
50 |
A good deal ensures Ruth Sims is living the high life for a few years. |
| 9 |
50 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 3 with the new title 3rd Officer. |
| 9 |
50 |
Tested for psionic powers |
| 10 |
50 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |