| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Drifter (Wanderer) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Drifter (Wanderer). |
| 2 |
23 |
Suffer from a life-threatening illness. |
| 3 |
23 |
Failed to qualify for Marine Support (Marine). |
| 3 |
23 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 3 |
23 |
Became a Army (Army Support) with the new title Private. |
| 3 |
26 |
Forced out after co-operating with military investigation in commanding officer's illegal activity. |
| 4 |
26 |
Failed to qualify for Scientist (Scholar). |
| 4 |
26 |
Switched to Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 4 |
29 |
Betrayed by a friend. One of Obie McGuire's Contacts or Allies betrays Obie McGuire, ending Obie McGuire's career. That Contact or Ally becomes a Rival or Enemy. |
| 5 |
29 |
Became a Scout (Explorer). |
| 5 |
30 |
Obie McGuire have no idea what happened to Obie McGuire – they found Obie McGuire's ship drifting on the fringes of friendly space. |
| 6 |
30 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 6 |
33 |
A good deal ensures Obie McGuire is living the high life for a few years. |
| 7 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 7 |
35 |
Embroiled in legal trouble. |
| 7 |
38 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 1. |
| 8 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 8 |
42 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 8 |
42 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 2. |
| 9 |
42 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 9 |
46 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 3 with the new title Experienced Trader. |
| 10 |
46 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 10 |
48 |
Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 10 |
50 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 4. |
| 11 |
50 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 40,000 for medical bills. |
| 11 |
50 |
Retired at age 50. |
| 11 |
50 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 11 |
52 |
Obie McGuire's ship or starport is destroyed by criminals. Gain them as an Enemy. |
| 12 |
52 |
Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |