| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Naval Academy (Military Academy). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
20 |
Attempted a risky adventure and was injured. |
| 1 |
20 |
Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 2 |
23 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Abel Robins's Contacts or Allies betrays Abel Robins, ending Abel Robins's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 3 |
23 |
Failed to qualify for Army Support (Army). |
| 3 |
23 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 3 |
24 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 4 |
28 |
A series of bad deals and decisions force Abel Robins into bankruptcy. Abel Robins salvages what Abel Robins can. |