Term |
Age |
History |
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1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for University. |
1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
1 |
19 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Burl Small's Contacts or Allies betrays Burl Small, ending Burl Small's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
2 |
19 |
Failed to qualify for Flight (Navy). |
2 |
19 |
Submitted to the draft. |
2 |
19 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
2 |
20 |
Burl Small have no idea what happened to Burl Small – they found Burl Small's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
3 |
20 |
Failed to qualify for Infantry (Army). |
3 |
20 |
Switched to Drifter (Wanderer). |
3 |
23 |
Survived a risky adventure but gained nothing. |
3 |
24 |
Promoted to Drifter (Wanderer) rank 1. |
4 |
24 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
4 |
27 |
Moved to a new world. |
5 |
28 |
Voluntarily left Wanderer |
5 |
28 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
5 |
31 |
Moved to a new world. |
6 |
32 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
6 |
33 |
Burl Small's ship or starport is destroyed by criminals. Gain them as an Enemy. |
7 |
33 |
Became a Believer (Holy Warrior) with the new title Hopeful. |
7 |
36 |
Opponents of Burl Small's belief system ambush Burl Small. |
7 |
36 |
Lost eye or limb. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
8 |
36 |
Returned to Drifter (Scavenger). |
8 |
37 |
Moved to a new world. |