| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 1 |
19 |
Accused of a crime |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Became a Prisoner (Inmate). |
| 2 |
25 |
Parole hearing. |
| 2 |
26 |
Paroled from prison. |
| 3 |
26 |
Became a Scholar (Scientist). |
| 3 |
28 |
Assigned to work on a secret project for a patron or organisation. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Scholar (Scientist) rank 1. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 4 |
34 |
Win a prestigious prize for Merrill Weakman's work. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 5 |
36 |
Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Contact into an Enemy. |
| 6 |
38 |
Continued as Scholar (Scientist). |
| 6 |
42 |
A disaster or war strikes. |
| 6 |
42 |
Nearly killed. Fully recovered. Owe 12,500 for medical bills. |
| 6 |
42 |
The planetary government interferes with Merrill Weakman's research for political or religious reasons. Merrill Weakman continue working secretely. |
| 7 |
42 |
Voluntarily left Scientist |
| 7 |
42 |
Returned to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 7 |
45 |
Offered job by a patron. Now owe him a favor. |
| 7 |
46 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 2. |
| 8 |
46 |
Became a Entertainer (Artist). |
| 8 |
49 |
Expose or are involved in a scandal of some sort. |