| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 1 |
19 |
Refused to perform research that goes against Hyman Smith's conscience. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 2 |
24 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 3 |
28 |
A rival researcher blackens Hyman Smith's name or steals Hyman Smith's research. Gain a Rival. |
| 4 |
30 |
Voluntarily left Field Researcher |
| 4 |
30 |
Became a Merchant (Merchant Marine) with the new title Crewman. |
| 4 |
33 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Hyman Smith's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 1 with the new title Senior Crewman. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 5 |
38 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 2 with the new title 4th Officer. |
| 6 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 6 |
40 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 6 |
42 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 3 with the new title 3rd Officer. |
| 7 |
42 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 7 |
46 |
Gained a contact. |
| 7 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Merchant Marine) rank 4 with the new title 2nd Officer. |
| 8 |
46 |
Continued as Merchant (Merchant Marine). |
| 8 |
48 |
Gained a contact. |
| 8 |
50 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 9 |
50 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 30,000 for medical bills. |
| 9 |
50 |
Retired at age 50. |