| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Star Marine (Marine). |
| 1 |
18 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
20 |
Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 1 |
22 |
Attempt at commissioned failed. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) rank 1 with the new title Able Spacehand. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 2 |
24 |
Birth or Death involving a family member or close friend. |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) rank 2 with the new title Petty Officer, 3rd class. |
| 3 |
26 |
Voluntarily left Engineer/Gunner |
| 3 |
26 |
Failed to qualify for Thief (Rogue). |
| 3 |
26 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 3 |
27 |
Spend time with an alien race. Gain a contact. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 1. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 4 |
33 |
Severely injured. Fully recovered. Owe 7,500 for medical bills. |
| 5 |
33 |
Became a Scholar (Physician). |
| 5 |
37 |
Birth or Death involving a family member or close friend. |