| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
19 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 2 |
22 |
Voluntarily left Merchant Marine |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 2 |
23 |
Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing Orval Butler's career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 2 |
23 |
Nearly killed. Owe 12,500 for medical bills. |
| 2 |
23 |
Gain an Enemy |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
28 |
Work for an eccentric but brilliant mentor, who becomes an Ally. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
32 |
Refused to perform research that goes against Orval Butler's conscience. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
35 |
Work for an eccentric but brilliant mentor, who becomes an Ally. |
| 5 |
38 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 2. |