| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 1 |
20 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Matt Carson's Contacts or Allies betrays Matt Carson, ending Matt Carson's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
20 |
Failed to qualify for Merchant Marine (Merchant). |
| 2 |
20 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 2 |
20 |
Became a Agent (Law Enforcement) with the new title Rookie. |
| 2 |
21 |
Hard times caused by a lack of interstellar trade costs Matt Carson's job. |
| 3 |
21 |
Failed to qualify for Cavalry (Army). |
| 3 |
21 |
Switched to Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 3 |
25 |
Offered job by a patron. Now owe him a favor. |
| 4 |
25 |
Failed to qualify for Cavalry (Army). |
| 4 |
25 |
Switched to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 4 |
27 |
Accused of a crime |
| 4 |
29 |
Forced to continue current assignment. |
| 4 |
29 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 1. |
| 5 |
29 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 5 |
31 |
Contact with Government. |
| 5 |
33 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 2. |
| 6 |
33 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 6 |
36 |
Matt Carson run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 7 |
36 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 7 |
37 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 8 |
40 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 8 |
44 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |