| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Scout (Surveyor). |
| 1 |
19 |
Hobson Hicks's ship is damaged, and Hobson Hicks have to hitch-hike Hobson Hicks's way back across the stars to the nearest scout base. |
| 1 |
19 |
Gain 1 Contacts. Gain 3 Enemies. |
| 2 |
19 |
Became a Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 3 |
23 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 3 |
25 |
A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 3 |
27 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 1. |
| 4 |
27 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 4 |
28 |
Contact with Government. |
| 4 |
31 |
Forced to continue current assignment. |
| 4 |
31 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 2. |
| 5 |
31 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 5 |
35 |
Forced to continue current assignment. |
| 5 |
35 |
Promoted to Drifter (Scavenger) rank 3. |
| 6 |
35 |
Continued as Drifter (Scavenger). |
| 6 |
37 |
Hobson Hicks run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 7 |
37 |
Became a Scholar (Physician). |
| 7 |
41 |
Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |
| 8 |
41 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 8 |
41 |
Failed to qualify for Scientist (Scholar). |
| 8 |
41 |
Continued as Scholar (Physician). |
| 8 |
45 |
Hobson Hicks's work is sabotaged by unknown parties. Hobson Hicks may salvage what Hobson Hicks can and give up. |