Jacek

he/him

4.9

(21)

Timezone

Europe/warsaw

Language

English

Polish

About Jacek

I believe that written text conveys only a small fraction of who I am and for sure it doesn't convey character as well as a short video clip does. So I recorded a small "hi" video for you - https://youtu.be/BjBTNa-oBvY Hi — I'm Jacek (he/him), your new Game Master! Whether you’re seeking eldritch mysteries, gritty horror, or cozy investigation, I’m here to guide you through compelling stories with heart and tension. I started my adventure in mid 90s when I ran my first games - AD&D 2e and Call of Cthulhu and basically became forever GM as this is what I enjoy most about roleplaying. Despite being in the hobby for some time now I always try to improve my games - not by revolutions but by small steps. I most enjoy and regularly run Call of Cthulhu, Delta Green and Dragonbane. I got a dog called Migo, I love getting lost during long hikes in the woods and enjoy long distance trail running. I used to run actual play show where I did record my sessions. Those are in Polish but you can turn on autotranslate for subtitles and get a general feeling how do I run my games. Some of them include real life table recordings, some of them have talking heads from online plays and some are audio only. You can see it here: https://www.youtube.com/@61012

At a glance

3 years on StartPlaying

15 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Creativity

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I got started GMing...

when I first got a hold on Star Wars d6 core book which I quickly sold to get fifth edition of the greatest roleplaying game - Call of Cthulhu.

My favorite system of all Time is

Call of Cthulhu

When I'm not running games I'm...

composing music, running and trying to be a great dad.

How Jacek runs games

I enjoy stories where mystery, tension, and meaningful choices drive the narrative. I won’t kill a character just for shock value — but in a horror setting, a well-timed death can give the story real weight. Player input is encouraged: describe details, suggest twists, help shape the world. We build the story together. Expect emotional moments, unexpected turns, and chances for every character to shine. I follow a player-first philosophy—rules exist to support the story, not limit it. My games emphasize investigation, character development, and immersion over endless combat, aiming for a balanced experience with enough structure to stay clear yet flexible enough to keep things fast, fun, and meaningful. Above all, I strive to create a safe, respectful space where everyone participates, stays engaged, and respects each other’s boundaries. When Covid hit and kids became part of my life I embraced running games online though I treat VTT as an utility not a gadget to show off fancy stuff. Thus for me VTT is mainly a platform for character sheets, dice rolling, handouts, having some music in the background and maps when necessary. I would rather drop all automation those tools provide than bee bogged down trying to figure out how things work or don't. I do appreciate when things look nice but I would rather spend time reading another adventure then setting up some fancy stuff.

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I deal with rules issues by...

deciding what is best for the story and for players!

If my games were Movies they'd be directed by...

John Carpenter

Rules are...

to support narrative and give a dash of randomness to the outcomes.

Jacek's ideal table

I value players who come to the table with purpose and curiosity — not just to pass the time. I enjoy when players add their own details to the world and build meaningful interactions with others. Respect is key at my table — everyone deserves space to speak, and we listen without interrupting. I love deep, in-character roleplay, but there’s always room for laughter. It’s a game, after all. Even in horror sessions, we don’t have to be dead serious all the time — a well-timed joke can make the scares hit even harder.