| Term | History |
|---|
| 1 | Became a Journalist at age 18 |
| 1 | An investigation, tour, project or expedition goes wrong, stranding you far from home. |
| 2 | Became a Scientist at age 22 |
| 2 | Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Enemy. |
| 2 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 3 | Continued as Scientist at age 26 |
| 3 | Your work is sabotaged by unknown parties. You start again from scratch. |
| 4 | Continued as Scientist at age 30 |
| 4 | Assigned to work on a secret project for a patron or organisation. |
| 5 | Continued as Scientist at age 34 |
| 5 | Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |
| 6 | Continued as Scientist at age 38 |
| 6 | Win a prestigious prize for your work. |
| 7 | Continued as Scientist at age 42 |
| 7 | An expedition or voyage goes wrong, leaving you stranded in the wilderness. |
| 8 | Became a Engineer/Gunner at age 46 |
| 8 | Is now a Crewman |
| 8 | Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 8 | Commissioned in Navy/Engineer/Gunner |
| 8 | Is now a Ensign |
| 8 | Promoted to Engineer/Gunner officer rank 2 |
| 8 | Is now a Sublieutenant |
| 9 | Continued as Engineer/Gunner at age 50 |
| 9 | You foil an attempted crime on board, such as mutiny, sabotage, smuggling or conspiracy. Gain an Enemy. |
| 9 | Promoted to Engineer/Gunner officer rank 3 |
| 9 | Is now a Lieutenant |
| 10 | Continued as Engineer/Gunner at age 54 |
| 10 | Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 10 | Promoted to Engineer/Gunner officer rank 4 |
| 10 | Is now a Commander |
| 11 | Aging Crisis. Owe 30,000 for medical bills. |
| 11 | Continued as Engineer/Gunner at age 58 |
| 11 | Commanding officer takes an interest in your career. |
| 11 | Forced to muster out. |
| 12 | Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |
| 12 | Retired at age 62 |
| 12 | Betrayal. Convert an Ally into a Rival or Enemy. |
| 13 | Aging Crisis. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |
| 13 | A romantic relationship ends badly. Gain a Rival or Enemy. |
| 14 | Aging Crisis. Owe 20,000 for medical bills. |