Rachael Swertfeger (JadeVala)

she/her

5.0

(7)

Timezone

America/new York

Language

English

Identity

Streamer

Podcaster

Educator

Women/Femme Identifying

About Rachael Swertfeger (JadeVala)

I've been playing games since 2005 and running games since 2010. I've played a good sampling of games and I've GMed D&D 3.5 and 5e, Numenera, Cypher System, Mouse Guard, Masks, and more. I run a podcast with some friends (DnD RAW) and used to teach students (ages 8-17) how to play and run their own games of D&D (running and playing basics, table etiquette, safety tools, and table management). I lean into the rule of cool and opt for a good time! If we're running a one shot I'm hoping to give you a mix of a taste of the rules, a sense of the setting, and a whole lot of fun!

At a glance

4 years on StartPlaying

5 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Beginner Friendly, Storytelling

$15 per session

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

Crafting, playing games with my friends or family, advocating for why kids should play MORE games, or watching True Crime documentaries!

How Rachael Swertfeger (JadeVala) runs games

I love roleplaying and letting folks explore the maps, characters, and setting. I lean towards the rule of cool so it's almost never a no, but often a yes, but or yes, and. I aim to help folks understand the rules a bit, get a taste of the setting, and have a good time!

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Rules are...

rickety scaffolding that should enable the game to get where it needs to go without getting in the way and be able to fall away as necessary to let the game (building) breathe and shine!

Rachael Swertfeger (JadeVala)'s ideal table

As a GM, my ideal table consists of a group of players eager to have a good time, be respectful to each other, and be able to communicate needs. I want players at my table who are ready to have a good time, but not at the expense of others.