| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Army Support (Army). |
| 1 |
18 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
20 |
During a battle, defeat or victory depends on Bud Paterson's actions. Bud Paterson actions lead to an honorabe discharge. |
| 2 |
20 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 2 |
21 |
Work for an eccentric but brilliant mentor, who becomes an Ally. |
| 2 |
24 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 3 |
24 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
28 |
Work leads to a considerable breakthrough. |
| 3 |
28 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 2. |
| 4 |
28 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
31 |
Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |
| 4 |
32 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 3. |
| 5 |
32 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
34 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Bud Paterson's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 5 |
34 |
An expedition or voyage goes wrong, leaving Bud Paterson stranded in the wilderness. |
| 5 |
34 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 5 |
36 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 4. |
| 6 |
36 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 6 |
39 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 6 |
40 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 5. |