Solomon, at the time just another hand in Caine's fleet, attempted to mutiny at the age of 16. The mutiny wreaked havoc on the fleet and in order to avoid further loss of numbers Caine agreed to duel Solomon for control. Solomon was defeated that day, but realizing Solomon was his son, and seeing in him a valuable, yet dangerous asset, Caine spared Solomon's life and placed him as second in command.

At 18 Solomon was taken to walk the pattern. Immediately after returning to the sea, Solomon again challenged Caine for leadership of the fleet and again lost. This time Solomon chose to leave instead of resuming second and went to find his way in Shadow.

At the time of Benecit's death, Solomon had returned to the vicinity of Amber with a pirate fleet to prey on trade in the Golden Circle. He joined other Amberites in the struggles against the Unicorn and the Serpent.