| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 2 |
23 |
Embroiled in legal trouble. |
| 2 |
26 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 3 |
26 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
29 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Mat Dart's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 3 |
29 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 3 |
29 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
| 3 |
29 |
The planetary government interferes with Mat Dart's research for political or religious reasons. Mat Dart continue working secretely. |
| 3 |
29 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
34 |
Win a prestigious prize for Mat Dart's work. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
37 |
Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |