| Term | History |
|---|
| 1 | Became a Wanderer at age 18 |
| 1 | Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 2 | Switched to Scavenger at age 22 |
| 2 | Attacked by enemies that you easily defeat. |
| 2 | Gain Enemy if you don't already have one. |
| 2 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 3 | Continued as Scavenger at age 26 |
| 3 | run afoul of a criminal gang, corrupt bureaucrat or other foe. Gain an Enemy. |
| 4 | Became a Line/Crew at age 30 |
| 4 | Is now a Crewman |
| 4 | During a battle, defeat or victory depends on your actions. The ship suffers severe damage and you are blamed for the disaster. You are court - martialled and discharged. |
| 5 | Became a Journalist at age 34 |
| 5 | Refused to criticise a questionable political leader on your homeworld. |
| 6 | Continued as Journalist at age 38 |
| 6 | You are forced out because of censorship or controversy. What truth did you get too close to? |
| 7 | Became a Pirate at age 42 |
| 7 | Is now a Lackey |
| 7 | A romantic relationship deepens, possibly leading to marriage. Gain an Ally. |
| 8 | Continued as Pirate at age 46 |
| 8 | A police detective or rival criminal forces you to flee and vows to hunt you down. Gain an Enemy. |
| 9 | Switched to Engineer/Gunner at age 50 |
| 9 | Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 9 | Forced to muster out. |
| 10 | Became a Scientist at age 54 |
| 10 | Win a prestigious prize for your work. |
| 10 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 11 | Voluntarily left Scientist |
| 11 | Returned to Scavenger at age 58 |
| 11 | Suffer from a life-threatening illness. |
| 12 | Became a Merchant Marine at age 62 |
| 12 | Is now a Crewman |
| 12 | Gained a contact. |
| 12 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 12 | Is now a Senior Crewman |
| 13 | Aging Crisis. Owe 50,000 for medical bills. |
| 13 | Continued as Merchant Marine at age 66 |
| 13 | A good deal ensures you are living the high life for a few years. |
| 14 | Aging Crisis. Owe 10,000 for medical bills. |