| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 1 |
19 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Derek McKee's Contacts or Allies betrays Derek McKee, ending Derek McKee's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Marine (Ground Assault) with the new title Marine. |
| 2 |
23 |
Assigned to the security staff of a space station. |
| 2 |
23 |
Commissioned in Marine (Ground Assault) with the new title Lieutenant. |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Marine (Ground Assault). |
| 3 |
26 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Marine (Ground Assault) officer rank 2 with the new title Captain. |
| 4 |
27 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 4 |
27 |
Failed to qualify for Star Marine (Marine). |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Marine (Ground Assault). |
| 4 |
30 |
Nearly killed. Fully recovered. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |
| 5 |
30 |
Became a Citizen (Colonist). |
| 5 |
34 |
Severely injured. Fully recovered. Owe 5,000 for medical bills. |
| 6 |
34 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 6 |
36 |
Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Contact into an Enemy. |
| 7 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 7 |
39 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Derek McKee's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 8 |
42 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 8 |
44 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Derek McKee's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 8 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 9 |
46 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 9 |
48 |
Find Ancient Technology. |
| 9 |
50 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |