| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Army Academy (Military Academy). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
22 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Erik Nguyen's Contacts or Allies betrays Erik Nguyen, ending Erik Nguyen's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 3 |
30 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 4 |
31 |
Smuggle illegal items onto a planet. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 5 |
35 |
Befriend a useful ally in one sphere. Gain an Ally. |
| 5 |
38 |
Forced to muster out. |