| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Marine Support (Marine). |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 1 |
19 |
Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Entertainer (Performer). |
| 2 |
20 |
Moved to a new world. |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Entertainer (Performer). |
| 3 |
25 |
Join homeworld’s celebrity circles |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Entertainer (Performer). |
| 4 |
31 |
Merrill Cook is forced out because of censorship or controversy. What truth did Merrill Cook get too close to? |
| 5 |
31 |
Failed to qualify for Line/Crew (Navy). |
| 5 |
31 |
Returned to Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 5 |
34 |
Moved to a new world. |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Drifter (Wanderer) rank 1. |
| 6 |
35 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 6 |
37 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Merrill Cook's Contacts or Allies betrays Merrill Cook, ending Merrill Cook's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 7 |
37 |
Failed to qualify for Worker (Citizen). |
| 7 |
37 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 7 |
39 |
Merrill Cook run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 8 |
39 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 30,000 for medical bills. |
| 8 |
39 |
Retired at age 39. |
| 8 |
39 |
Retired. |
| 8 |
42 |
Contact with Government. |