| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 1 |
20 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 2 |
23 |
Imperial trade restrictions force Elbert Phillips out of business. |
| 3 |
23 |
Failed to qualify for Line/Crew (Navy). |
| 3 |
23 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 3 |
23 |
Switched to Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 3 |
26 |
Refuse to smuggle illegal items onto a planet. Gain an Enemy. |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 4 |
31 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Elbert Phillips's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 5 |
31 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 5 |
35 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 6 |
35 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 6 |
38 |
A good deal ensures Elbert Phillips is living the high life for a few years. |
| 6 |
39 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 3 with the new title 3rd Officer. |
| 7 |
39 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 7 |
41 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 7 |
43 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 8 |
43 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |
| 8 |
43 |
Retired at age 43. |
| 8 |
43 |
Became a Believer (Holy Warrior) with the new title Hopeful. |
| 8 |
44 |
Opponents of Elbert Phillips's belief system ambush Elbert Phillips. |
| 8 |
44 |
Severely injured. Owe 20,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
44 |
Died at age 44 |