[There's definitely some contextual clues here. As to the question, Elidibus pauses a moment before answering. Half to consider how to respond but whether admitting as much had more benefit than risk.]

Yes. The false Diagad bestowed on me a command over shadows. [And the dark, though not as much as his false-past's 'brother' of that illusionary world. The Ascian smiles faintly.] A somewhat ironic power for those who are known to be without shadow.

[Strictly speaking he does have one now. Borrowed body and all.]

I take it with your questions, your call for assistance is related to the power which stays with you from that world?