| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
21 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 2 |
23 |
Bankrupted by a rival. Gain the other trader as a Rival. |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
25 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Alvie Graham's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 3 |
25 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 3 |
25 |
Injured. Fully recovered. Owe 1,250 for medical bills. |
| 3 |
25 |
The planetary government interferes with Alvie Graham's research for political or religious reasons. Alvie Graham continue working secretely. |
| 3 |
25 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
30 |
Make a breakthrough in Alvie Graham's field. |
| 4 |
31 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |