BONUS: Age of Astra - Meet Snik Unbord | #DND

Roll Britannia - A British Dungeons & Dragons 5e Podcast11mApril 15, 2026

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This bonus episode of Roll Britannia introduces Snik Unbord, a unique Goliath character from the Age of Astra universe, through a richly narrated origin story. Set 500 years after the formation of the Galactic Network Units, the tale follows Snick, a curious baby Goliath who tumbles from his mountain home while chasing a squirrel, only to stumble upon an unattended Astra shuttle. Unnoticed by the crew, he hides inside, naps, and is unknowingly transported to the Pax Astra, the massive mothership of the Arcane Security Threat Response Agency. Raised in isolation aboard the ship, Snick grows up without knowing his planet of origin, becoming a wild, instinct-driven child shaped by the ship’s environment rather than his mountain roots. Despite Astra’s training, his innate barbarian nature—curious, direct, and prone to physical solutions—remains intact. The story blends whimsy and wonder with themes of belonging, identity, and the unexpected paths that lead to heroism.

Key Takeaways
1

Curiosity can lead to extraordinary journeys—Snick’s pursuit of a squirrel changed the course of his life.

2

Identity isn’t always defined by origin; Snick found family and purpose aboard the Pax Astra.

3

Even in structured environments like Astra, primal instincts like curiosity and direct action remain powerful forces.

4

The most unexpected heroes often come from the most unlikely places.

5

Astra’s recruitment isn’t about background—it’s about potential and resilience.

Chapters
0:00
1 min

UK Games Expo 2026 & Your Adventure Awaits

The hosts announce their return to the UK Games Expo 2026 and promote their live interactive D&D show, 'Your Adventure Awaits,' where audience members influence the game in real time.

0:38
1 min

The Age of Astra & the Galactic Network Units

A brief worldbuilding segment introduces the Galactic Network Units and Astra, the Arcane Security Threat Response Agency, highlighting its legacy and diverse recruitment.

1:50
2 min

The Mountain World of Snick's Origins

The story of Snick’s home planet is told—a world of impossible mountains where Goliaths live in safety above the clouds, untouched by invasion.

4:12
5 min

Snick’s Fall and Discovery of the Shuttle

Curiosity may have killed cats but it was not about to take Snick.

Highlight
9:05
2 min

Snick’s Life Aboard the Pax Astra

Despite his adequate training, the directness of a young barbarian wanting to remove problems as they arise is always going to end with a smashing time.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
The directness of a young barbarian wanting to remove problems as they arise is always going to end with a smashing time.
Narrator11:35
Viral: 88.0
Curiosity may have killed cats but it was not about to take Snick.
Narrator7:04
Viral: 85.0
Astra taught him what they could, but still could never quash that barbarian instinct within him.
Narrator11:21
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Host

Roll Britannia Team

Guest

Snick Unbord
Topics Discussed
Character Origin Story95%Goliath Culture and Society85%Spacefaring Organizations in D&D80%Curiosity as a Driving Force75%Found Family in Sci-Fi Settings70%Barbarian Archetype in Space65%
People & Brands

Snick Unbord

person

12xPositive

Astra

organization

10xPositive

Pax Astra

organization

8xPositive

Goliaths

other

6xPositive

Squirrel

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4xNeutral

Your Adventure Awaits

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3xPositive

UK Games Expo

other

3xPositive

Galactic Network Units

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2xNeutral

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