| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
22 |
A series of bad deals and decisions force Roland Desmond into bankruptcy. Roland Desmond salvages what Roland Desmond can. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 2 |
25 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 3 |
29 |
Befriend a useful ally in one sphere. Gain an Ally. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 4 |
33 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Roland Desmond's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 3 with the new title 3rd Officer. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 5 |
36 |
Roland Desmond's ship or starport is destroyed by criminals. Gain them as an Enemy. |
| 6 |
36 |
Failed to qualify for Enforcer (Rogue). |
| 6 |
36 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 6 |
36 |
Became a Marine (Star Marine) with the new title Marine. |
| 6 |
37 |
Commanding officer takes an interest in Roland Desmond's career. |
| 6 |
40 |
Promoted to Marine (Star Marine) rank 1 with the new title Lance Corporal. |
| 7 |
40 |
Continued as Marine (Star Marine). |
| 7 |
42 |
Roland Desmond is tormented by or quarrel with an officer or fellow soldier. Gain that officer as a Rival. |
| 8 |
42 |
Returned to Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 8 |
45 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 8 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 4 with the new title 2nd Officer. |