| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 2 |
22 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 2 |
24 |
Make an unexpected connection outside Kirk Martin's normal circles. Gain a Contact. |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 1. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 3 |
29 |
Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Contact into an Enemy. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 2. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 4 |
32 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 4 |
34 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 3 with the new title Experienced Trader. |
| 5 |
34 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 5 |
35 |
A good deal ensures Kirk Martin is living the high life for a few years. |
| 5 |
38 |
Promoted to Merchant (Free Trader) rank 4. |
| 6 |
38 |
Continued as Merchant (Free Trader). |
| 6 |
42 |
Imperial trade restrictions force Kirk Martin out of business. |
| 7 |
42 |
Failed to qualify for Courier (Scout). |
| 7 |
42 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 7 |
46 |
Kirk Martin run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 8 |
46 |
Became a Scout (Courier). |
| 8 |
48 |
Gained a contact. |
| 9 |
50 |
Continued as Scout (Courier). |
| 9 |
51 |
Kirk Martin survey an alien world. |
| 10 |
54 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 10 |
54 |
Failed to qualify for Explorer (Scout). |
| 10 |
54 |
Continued as Scout (Courier). |
| 10 |
55 |
Kirk Martin's ship is ambushed by enemy vessels. Attempted to run but caught and ship is destroyed. |
| 10 |
58 |
Forced to muster out. |