| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
22 |
A romantic relationship ends badly. Gain a Rival or Enemy. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 2 |
24 |
A series of bad deals and decisions force Verner Kim into bankruptcy. Verner Kim salvages what Verner Kim can. |
| 3 |
24 |
Became a Marine (Ground Assault) with the new title Marine. |
| 3 |
28 |
Trapped behind enemy lines. |
| 3 |
28 |
Promoted to Marine (Ground Assault) rank 1 with the new title Lance Corporal. |
| 4 |
28 |
Continued as Marine (Ground Assault). |
| 4 |
31 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. |
| 5 |
31 |
Failed to qualify for Physician (Scholar). |
| 5 |
31 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 5 |
35 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Verner Kim's Contacts or Allies betrays Verner Kim, ending Verner Kim's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 6 |
35 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 6 |
37 |
Moved to a new world. |
| 7 |
39 |
Continued as Scout (Explorer). |
| 7 |
40 |
Verner Kim's ship is ambushed by enemy vessels. Attempted to bargain with them but fail and the ship is destroyed. |
| 7 |
43 |
Promoted to Scout (Explorer) rank 1 with the new title Scout. |