| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Citizen (Worker). |
| 1 |
21 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Citizen (Worker) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Citizen (Worker). |
| 2 |
23 |
Co-operate with investigation by the planetary authorities. The business or colony is shut down. |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
27 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Patrick Meighan's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 3 |
27 |
A rival researcher blackens Patrick Meighan's name or steals Patrick Meighan's research. Gain a Rival. |
| 3 |
27 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
29 |
Make a breakthrough in Patrick Meighan's field. |
| 4 |
31 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 5 |
31 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
34 |
Win a prestigious prize for Patrick Meighan's work. |
| 5 |
35 |
Forced to muster out. |