| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scout (Surveyor). |
| 1 |
19 |
Hobson Horgan have no idea what happened to Hobson Horgan – they found Hobson Horgan's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 2 |
21 |
Make a breakthrough in Hobson Horgan's field. |
| 2 |
23 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 1. |
| 3 |
23 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 3 |
23 |
Failed to qualify for Physician (Scholar). |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 3 |
27 |
Assigned to work on a secret project for a patron or organisation. |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 2. |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 4 |
29 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 4 |
29 |
Injured. Fully recovered. Owe 1,250 for medical bills. |
| 4 |
29 |
The planetary government interferes with Hobson Horgan's research for political or religious reasons. Hobson Horgan continue working openly and gain an Enemy. |
| 5 |
31 |
Voluntarily left Field Researcher |
| 5 |
31 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 5 |
33 |
A good deal ensures Hobson Horgan is living the high life for a few years. |