| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 1 |
21 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 2 |
26 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Orin McNamara's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 2 |
26 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 2 |
26 |
Nearly killed. Owe 17,500 for medical bills. |
| 2 |
26 |
The planetary government interferes with Orin McNamara's research for political or religious reasons. Orin McNamara continue working secretely. |
| 2 |
26 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 2. |
| 3 |
26 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 3 |
26 |
Switched to Scholar (Physician) with previous rank. |
| 3 |
30 |
Agreed to perform research that goes against Orin McNamara's conscience. Gain 1 Enemies. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Scholar (Physician) rank 3. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Scholar (Physician). |
| 4 |
34 |
Make a breakthrough in Orin McNamara's field. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Scholar (Physician) rank 4. |
| 5 |
34 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 5 |
34 |
Switched to Scholar (Scientist) with previous rank. |
| 5 |
35 |
Agreed to perform research that goes against Orin McNamara's conscience. Gain 2 Enemies. |