| Term | History |
|---|
| 1 | Became a Courier at age 18 |
| 1 | You inadvertently cause a conflict between the Imperium and a minor world or race. Gain a Rival. |
| 2 | Continued as Courier at age 22 |
| 2 | Lightly injured, no permanent damage. Fully recovered. |
| 3 | Became a Artist at age 26 |
| 3 | One of your pieces of art is stolen, and the investigation brings you into the criminal underworld. |
| 3 | Promoted to rank 1 |
| 4 | Continued as Artist at age 30 |
| 4 | Criticised a questionable political leader on your homeworld, causing his downfall. Gain an Enemy |
| 4 | You are forced out because of censorship or controversy. What truth did you get too close to? |
| 4 | Promoted to rank 2 |
| 5 | Continued as Artist at age 34 |
| 5 | Works is especially well received and popular, making you a minor celebrity |
| 5 | Promoted to rank 3 |
| 6 | Continued as Artist at age 38 |
| 6 | Works is especially well received and popular, making you a minor celebrity |
| 6 | Forced to continue current assignment |
| 6 | Promoted to rank 4 |
| 7 | Continued as Artist at age 42 |
| 7 | You are betrayed by a peer. One Ally or Contact becomes a Rival or Enemy |
| 8 | Became a Line/Crew at age 46 |
| 8 | Is now a Crewman |
| 8 | Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 8 | Attempt at commissioned failed. |
| 8 | Promoted to Line/Crew rank 1 |
| 8 | Is now a Able Spacehand |
| 9 | Continued as Line/Crew at age 50 |
| 9 | Moved to a new world. |
| 9 | Promoted to Line/Crew rank 2 |
| 9 | Is now a Petty Officer, 3rd class |