| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for University. |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
22 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Ethan Credge's Contacts or Allies betrays Ethan Credge, ending Ethan Credge's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 2 |
23 |
Win a prestigious prize for Ethan Credge's work. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
28 |
An expedition or voyage goes wrong, leaving Ethan Credge stranded in the wilderness. |
| 4 |
28 |
Returned to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 4 |
29 |
Ethan Credge run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 5 |
29 |
Failed to qualify for Broker (Merchant). |
| 5 |
29 |
Switched to Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 5 |
30 |
Suffer from a life-threatening illness. |
| 6 |
30 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 6 |
32 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 6 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 1. |
| 7 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 7 |
35 |
Embroiled in legal trouble. |
| 7 |
38 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 2. |
| 8 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 8 |
40 |
Imperial trade restrictions force Ethan Credge out of business. |
| 8 |
42 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 3 with the new title Experienced Trader. |