| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
20 |
Refuse to abuse Clay McKerras's position for profit. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) rank 1 with the new title Able Spacehand. |
| 2 |
22 |
Voluntarily left Engineer/Gunner |
| 2 |
22 |
Failed to qualify for Cavalry (Army). |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Drifter (Wanderer) rank 1. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 3 |
27 |
Clay McKerras run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 4 |
27 |
Failed to qualify for Surveyor (Scout). |
| 4 |
27 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 4 |
27 |
Returned to Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 4 |
28 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 4 |
31 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) rank 2 with the new title Petty Officer, 3rd class. |
| 5 |
31 |
Continued as Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 5 |
32 |
Clay McKerras is tormented by or quarrel with an officer or fellow crewman. Gain that character as a Rival. |
| 6 |
32 |
Failed to qualify for Pirate (Rogue). |
| 6 |
32 |
Switched to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 6 |
36 |
Attempted a risky adventure and was injured. |
| 6 |
36 |
Injured. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
| 7 |
36 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 7 |
39 |
Suffer from a life-threatening illness. |
| 8 |
39 |
Failed to qualify for Thief (Rogue). |
| 8 |
39 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 8 |
43 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 9 |
43 |
Failed to qualify for Journalist (Entertainer). |
| 9 |
43 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 9 |
45 |
Clay McKerras run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 10 |
45 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 10 |
49 |
Embroiled in legal trouble. |