| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Ground Assault (Marine). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
20 |
Aubrey Foale do not know what happened to Aubrey Foale. There is a gap in Aubrey Foale's memory. |
| 2 |
20 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 2 |
24 |
Aubrey Foale have no idea what happened to Aubrey Foale – they found Aubrey Foale's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
| 3 |
24 |
Switched to Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 3 |
25 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Aubrey Foale's Contacts or Allies betrays Aubrey Foale, ending Aubrey Foale's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 4 |
25 |
Became a Entertainer (Journalist). |
| 4 |
28 |
Go on a tour of the sector, visiting several worlds. Gain 1 Contacts. |
| 4 |
29 |
Promoted to Entertainer (Journalist) rank 1 with the new title Freelancer. |
| 5 |
29 |
Continued as Entertainer (Journalist). |
| 5 |
31 |
Criticised a questionable political leader on Aubrey Foale's homeworld, causing his downfall. Gain an Enemy |
| 5 |
31 |
Public opinion turns on Aubrey Foale. |
| 5 |
33 |
Promoted to Entertainer (Journalist) rank 2 with the new title Staff Writer. |
| 6 |
33 |
Continued as Entertainer (Journalist). |
| 6 |
36 |
Gain a patron in the arts. Gain an Ally |
| 6 |
37 |
Promoted to Entertainer (Journalist) rank 3. |
| 7 |
37 |
Continued as Entertainer (Journalist). |
| 7 |
39 |
An investigation, tour, project or expedition goes wrong, stranding Aubrey Foale far from home. |
| 8 |
39 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |
| 8 |
39 |
Retired at age 39. |
| 8 |
39 |
Retired. |
| 8 |
42 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 9 |
43 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 20,000 for medical bills. |