| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Failed to qualify for Cavalry (Army). |
| 1 |
18 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Navy (Flight) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
19 |
During a battle, defeat or victory depends on Rick Lord's actions. Rick Lord actions lead to an honorabe discharge. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 2 |
23 |
Find valuable salvage. |
| 2 |
23 |
Promoted to Drifter (Barbarian) rank 1. |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 3 |
25 |
Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 4 |
25 |
Failed to qualify for Flight (Navy). |
| 4 |
25 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 4 |
29 |
Survived a risky adventure but gained nothing. |
| 4 |
29 |
Promoted to Drifter (Barbarian) rank 2 with the new title Warrior. |
| 5 |
29 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 5 |
33 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Rick Lord's Contacts or Allies betrays Rick Lord, ending Rick Lord's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 6 |
33 |
Failed to qualify for Merchant Academy. |
| 6 |
33 |
Continued as Drifter (Barbarian). |
| 6 |
37 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 7 |
37 |
Failed to qualify for Journalist (Entertainer). |
| 7 |
37 |
Switched to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 7 |
40 |
Suffer from a life-threatening illness. |
| 8 |
40 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 8 |
41 |
A good deal ensures Rick Lord is living the high life for a few years. |
| 8 |
44 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 1. |
| 9 |
44 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
44 |
Retired at age 44. |
| 9 |
44 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 9 |
47 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Rick Lord's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 9 |
48 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 2. |
| 10 |
48 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |