| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 1 |
21 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 1. |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 2 |
23 |
Work for an eccentric but brilliant mentor, who becomes an Ally. |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Scholar (Field Researcher) rank 2. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 3 |
30 |
Advanced training in a specialist field. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Scholar (Field Researcher). |
| 4 |
33 |
Make a breakthrough in Shane Nichols's field. |
| 4 |
34 |
Forced to muster out. |
| 5 |
34 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 5 |
38 |
Shane Nichols's ship or starport is destroyed by criminals. Gain them as an Enemy. |
| 6 |
38 |
Became a Entertainer (Performer). |
| 6 |
39 |
Works is especially well received and popular, making Shane Nichols a minor celebrity |
| 6 |
42 |
Promoted to Entertainer (Performer) rank 1. |
| 7 |
42 |
Continued as Entertainer (Performer). |
| 7 |
43 |
Go on a tour of the sector, visiting several worlds. Gain 2 Contacts. |
| 8 |
46 |
Continued as Entertainer (Performer). |
| 8 |
49 |
An investigation, tour, project or expedition goes wrong, stranding Shane Nichols far from home. |
| 9 |
49 |
Failed to qualify for Courier (Scout). |
| 9 |
49 |
Submitted to the draft. |
| 9 |
49 |
Became a Army (Army Support) with the new title Private. |
| 9 |
50 |
Commanding officer takes an interest in Shane Nichols's career. |
| 9 |
53 |
Commissioned in Army (Army Support) with the new title Lieutenant. |
| 9 |
53 |
Promoted to Army (Army Support) officer rank 2 with the new title Captain. |