| Term | History |
|---|
| 1 | Became a Courier at age 18 |
| 1 | When dealing with an alien race, you botch an opportunity to gather extra intelligence about them. |
| 1 | You inadvertently cause a conflict between the Imperium and a minor world or race. Gain a Rival. |
| 1 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 1 | Is now a Scout |
| 2 | Continued as Courier at age 22 |
| 2 | Perform an exemplary service for the scouts. |
| 3 | Continued as Courier at age 26 |
| 3 | Perform an exemplary service for the scouts. |
| 3 | Forced to muster out. |
| 4 | Became a Scientist at age 30 |
| 4 | Caught cheating in some fashion, advancing your career and research by stealing another’s work, using an alien device, taking a shortcut and so forth. |
| 4 | A disaster leaves several injured, and others blame you, forcing you to leave your career. Gain a Rival. |
| 4 | Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 4 | Gain an Enemy |
| 5 | Continued as Scientist at age 34 |
| 5 | Advanced training in a specialist field. |
| 6 | Continued as Scientist at age 38 |
| 6 | Refuse to join a cheat in some fashion. |
| 6 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 7 | Continued as Scientist at age 42 |
| 7 | A disaster leaves several injured, and others blame you, forcing you to leave your career. Gain a Rival. |
| 7 | Lost eye or limb. Fully recovered. Owe 2,500 for medical bills. |
| 8 | Became a Free Trader at age 46 |
| 8 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 9 | Continued as Free Trader at age 50 |
| 9 | Given advanced training in a specialist field |
| 9 | Promoted to rank 2 |