[ Although he cannot starve, what happens instead is not pretty, either. Gradual insanity and bloodlust is not something Jean-Claude is tempted to risk, and alternate sources of blood from other mammals do not work. If desperate, he can rely solely on gaining power from lust, but he would prefer to diversify as much as possible.

Accordingly, his gaze grows sharper, and he has to keep his ability to ensnare humans with his eyes firmly locked away. He is not desperate yet. ]

Ideally, yes. For those who are not averse to some of my... other powers, there is no pain. It is an immensely pleasurable experience. [ His voice caresses the words. ] I am accustomed to having no shortage of such volunteers. [ In other words, he's used to being not just well-fed but choosey. ]