So ends the tragic tale of Edda Pureheart. But her parting words raised a few flags that got me thinking:

Based on what we know/understand so far:

People like Louisoix, Ysale, Thordan, and the Heavensward prove that the line between mortal and primal existence is pretty thin. Strong enough will or emotion, with the proper catalysts can allow someone to willingly become a primal.

Edd mentions meeting "a robed figure" moments after cheating death back in Tam Tara. While that makes for a long list of suspects, the only robed figures we know with notably dark intent and the ability to cheat death are the Ascians.

On floor 50, given her size/altered appearance and demeanor, plus what we know of her broken dreams, is is safe to assume Edda Blackbosom was effectively a primal? And that the Ascians are capable of/would even try to manipulate the dead/dying against us?