| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
12 |
Became a Dolphin Civilian (Liaison). |
| 1 |
15 |
Houston Steward discover a sunken vessel that contains valuable salvage. |
| 2 |
16 |
Continued as Dolphin Civilian (Liaison). |
| 2 |
20 |
Spend an extensive period living out of water among humans. |
| 3 |
20 |
Continued as Dolphin Civilian (Liaison). |
| 3 |
23 |
Spend an extensive period living out of water among humans. |
| 3 |
24 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 4 |
24 |
Failed to qualify for Guardian (Dolphin Military). |
| 4 |
24 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 4 |
24 |
Became a Dolphin Military (Guardian). |
| 4 |
28 |
Houston Steward's unit is involved in a savage campaign against primitive indigenous aquatic aliens that troubles Houston Steward's conscience. If Houston Steward refuse to participate Houston Steward is ejected from this career. |
| 5 |
28 |
Became a Citizen (Colonist). |
| 5 |
30 |
Hard times caused by a lack of interstellar trade costs Houston Steward Houston Steward's job. |