It's tough to be more than 500 years old and not end up a little condescending sometimes. He appreciates greatly that Jon has chosen not to be difficult with answering his questions, basic as they are.

Jean-Claude makes a noise of understanding low in his throat. He assumes his profession lining up well with this is not a coincidence, and is more willing to disclose information for personal need than for an archive. "Thus your interest in nighthags. It is very rare, and I think not the same. Those with that ability constantly instill fear in all those around them, though perhaps those I know have never wished not to." He shrugs. "If I did not maintain control, I would compel sexual acts in every room I walked through. By your surprise, I take it you are usually less affected?"