| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Tested for psionic powers |
| 1 |
18 |
Entered a psionic community. |
| 1 |
20 |
Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Contact into an Enemy. |
| 1 |
22 |
Graduated. Gain an rival who is upset that Van Howell left the community. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Marine (Ground Assault) with the new title Marine. |
| 2 |
23 |
Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 3 |
23 |
Failed to qualify for Flight (Navy). |
| 3 |
23 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 3 |
27 |
When dealing with an alien race, Van Howell have an opportunity to gather extra intelligence about them. Gain an Ally in the Imperium |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Scout (Explorer). |
| 4 |
30 |
Van Howell's ship is damaged, and Van Howell have to hitch-hike Van Howell's way back across the stars to the nearest scout base. |
| 4 |
30 |
Gain 3 Contacts. Gain 2 Enemies. |
| 5 |
30 |
Became a Believer (Mainstream Believer) with the new title Lay Person. |
| 5 |
31 |
A notable academic consults with Van Howell about a publication or documentary he is working on. Gain a Contact in academia. |
| 5 |
34 |
Promoted to Believer (Mainstream Believer) rank 1 with the new title Initiate. |
| 6 |
34 |
Voluntarily left Mainstream Believer |
| 6 |
34 |
Failed to qualify for Journalist (Entertainer). |
| 6 |
34 |
Became a Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 6 |
38 |
Gained a contact. |
| 6 |
38 |
Promoted to Drifter (Barbarian) rank 1. |
| 7 |
38 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 7 |
39 |
Attempted a risky adventure and was injured. |
| 7 |
39 |
Nearly killed. Owe 25,000 for medical bills. |
| 7 |
42 |
Promoted to Drifter (Barbarian) rank 2 with the new title Warrior. |