| Term | History |
|---|
| 1 | Became a Flight at age 18 |
| 1 | Is now a Crewman |
| 1 | You are tormented by or quarrel with an officer or fellow crewman. Gain that character as a Rival. |
| 2 | Became a Merchant Marine at age 22 |
| 2 | Imperial trade restrictions force you out of business. |
| 3 | Became a Thief at age 26 |
| 3 | Arrested and charged. |
| 3 | Hired a lawyer to beat the charges. |
| 3 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 4 | Voluntarily left Thief |
| 4 | Returned to Flight at age 30 |
| 4 | You are blamed for an accident that causes the death of several crew members. Your guilt drives you to excel. |
| 4 | Attempt at commissioned failed. |
| 4 | Promoted to Flight rank 1 |
| 4 | Is now a Able Spacehand |
| 5 | Continued as Flight at age 34 |
| 5 | Moved to a new world. |
| 5 | Attempt at commissioned failed. |
| 5 | Promoted to Flight rank 2 |
| 5 | Is now a Petty Officer, 3rd class |
| 6 | Continued as Flight at age 38 |
| 6 | Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 6 | Commissioned in Navy/Flight |
| 6 | Is now a Ensign |
| 6 | Promoted to Flight officer rank 2 |
| 6 | Is now a Sublieutenant |
| 7 | Continued as Flight at age 42 |
| 7 | Special assignment or duty on board ship. |
| 7 | Promoted to Flight officer rank 3 |
| 7 | Is now a Lieutenant |
| 8 | Continued as Flight at age 46 |
| 8 | Advanced training in a specialist field |
| 8 | Promoted to Flight officer rank 4 |
| 8 | Is now a Commander |
| 9 | Continued as Flight at age 50 |
| 9 | Advanced training in a specialist field |
| 9 | Promoted to Flight officer rank 5 |
| 9 | Is now a Captain |
| 10 | Voluntarily left Flight |
| 10 | Became a Diplomat at age 54 |
| 10 | Is now a Intern |
| 10 | Become deeply involved in politics on your world of residence, becoming a player in the political intrigues of government. Gain a Rival. |
| 10 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 10 | Is now a 3rd Secretary |
| 11 | Continued as Diplomat at age 58 |
| 11 | Refused a challenge to a duel for your honour and standing. |
| 11 | Promoted to rank 2 |
| 11 | Is now a 2nd Secretary |
| 12 | Continued as Diplomat at age 62 |
| 12 | Injured. Fully recovered. Owe 1,250 for medical bills. |
| 12 | Forced to muster out. |