| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 1 |
22 |
Rube Wade have no idea what happened to Rube Wade – they found Rube Wade's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
| 2 |
22 |
Failed to qualify for Flight (Navy). |
| 2 |
22 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Navy (Flight) with the new title Crewman. |
| 2 |
23 |
Vessel participates in a diplomatic mission. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Navy (Flight). |
| 3 |
28 |
Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Navy (Flight) rank 1 with the new title Able Spacehand. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Navy (Flight). |
| 4 |
32 |
Injured. Fully recovered. Owe 1,250 for medical bills. |
| 5 |
32 |
Failed to qualify for Physician (Scholar). |
| 5 |
32 |
Became a Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 5 |
35 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Rube Wade's Contacts or Allies betrays Rube Wade, ending Rube Wade's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |