| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
20 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Nick Harrington's Contacts or Allies betrays Nick Harrington, ending Nick Harrington's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
20 |
Failed to qualify for Infantry (Army). |
| 2 |
20 |
Switched to Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 2 |
22 |
Offered job by a patron. Now owe him a favor. |
| 2 |
24 |
Promoted to Drifter (Barbarian) rank 1. |
| 3 |
24 |
Entered University. |
| 3 |
28 |
A prank goes horribly wrong. Gain a Rival. |
| 3 |
28 |
Graduated with honors. |
| 4 |
28 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 4 |
29 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Nick Harrington's Contacts or Allies betrays Nick Harrington, ending Nick Harrington's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 5 |
29 |
Failed to qualify for Line/Crew (Navy). |
| 5 |
29 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 5 |
29 |
Became a Navy (Line/Crew) with the new title Crewman. |
| 5 |
32 |
During a battle, defeat or victory depends on Nick Harrington's actions. The ship suffers severe damage and Nick Harrington is blamed for the disaster. Nick Harrington is court - martialled and discharged. |
| 5 |
33 |
Commissioned in Navy (Line/Crew) with the new title Ensign. |
| 5 |
33 |
Promoted to Navy (Line/Crew) officer rank 2 with the new title Sublieutenant. |