| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Drifter (Wanderer) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 2 |
24 |
Sterling Manning run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 3 |
24 |
Became a Navy (Flight) with the new title Crewman. |
| 3 |
26 |
Display heroism in battle, saving the whole ship. |
| 3 |
28 |
Commissioned in Navy (Flight) with the new title Ensign. |
| 3 |
28 |
Promoted to Navy (Flight) officer rank 2 with the new title Sublieutenant. |
| 4 |
28 |
Continued as Navy (Flight). |
| 4 |
30 |
Good fortune |
| 4 |
32 |
Promoted to Navy (Flight) officer rank 3 with the new title Lieutenant. |
| 5 |
32 |
Continued as Navy (Flight). |
| 5 |
35 |
Commanding officer takes an interest in Sterling Manning's career. |
| 5 |
36 |
Promoted to Navy (Flight) officer rank 4 with the new title Commander. |
| 6 |
36 |
Voluntarily left Flight |
| 6 |
36 |
Failed to qualify for Courier (Scout). |
| 6 |
36 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 6 |
36 |
Became a Agent (Law Enforcement) with the new title Rookie. |
| 6 |
37 |
Sterling Manning went above and beyond the call of duty. |
| 6 |
40 |
Promoted to Agent (Law Enforcement) rank 1 with the new title Corporal. |
| 7 |
40 |
Continued as Agent (Law Enforcement). |
| 7 |
43 |
Hard times caused by a lack of interstellar trade costs Sterling Manning's job. |
| 8 |
43 |
Became a Noble (Administrator) with the new title Assistant. |
| 8 |
46 |
Sterling Manning make an alliance with a powerful and charismatic noble, who becomes an Ally. |
| 8 |
47 |
Promoted to Noble (Administrator) rank 1 with the new title Clerk. |
| 9 |
47 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
47 |
Retired at age 47. |