| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scout (Surveyor). |
| 1 |
19 |
When dealing with an alien race, Tim Purcell botch an opportunity to gather extra intelligence about them. |
| 1 |
19 |
Psychologically damaged by Tim Purcell's time in the scouts. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Scout (Surveyor) rank 1 with the new title Scout. |
| 2 |
22 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 2 |
22 |
Switched to Scout (Courier) with previous rank. |
| 2 |
23 |
Moved to a new world. |
| 3 |
26 |
Voluntarily left Courier |
| 3 |
26 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 3 |
29 |
Spend time with an alien race. Gain a contact. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 4 |
31 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Tim Purcell's Contacts or Allies betrays Tim Purcell, ending Tim Purcell's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 5 |
31 |
Failed to qualify for Free Trader (Merchant). |
| 5 |
31 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 5 |
31 |
Became a Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Crewman. |
| 5 |
34 |
Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 5 |
35 |
Commissioned in Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Ensign. |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) officer rank 2 with the new title Sublieutenant. |