| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Free Trader (Merchant). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 1 |
21 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Nat Cole's Contacts or Allies betrays Nat Cole, ending Nat Cole's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
21 |
Became a Citizen (Colonist). |
| 2 |
23 |
Refused to co-operate with investigation by the planetary authorities. Gain an Ally |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Scout (Surveyor). |
| 3 |
27 |
Serve as the courier for an important message from the Imperium. |
| 4 |
27 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 4 |
27 |
Failed to qualify for Explorer (Scout). |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Scout (Surveyor). |
| 4 |
30 |
Nat Cole's ship is ambushed by enemy vessels. Attempted to bargain with them but fail and the ship is destroyed. |
| 5 |
31 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
32 |
Win a prestigious prize for Nat Cole's work. |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 6 |
35 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 6 |
35 |
Switched to Scholar (Field Researcher) with previous rank. |
| 6 |
39 |
A disaster leaves several injured, and others blame Nat Cole, forcing Nat Cole to leave Nat Cole's career. Gain a Rival. |
| 6 |
39 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 2,500 for medical bills. |