It is really confusing for sure!!

Tyler talked a bit about it during the Clancy release livestream, and mainly what I remember is that there are three forms the Torchbearer can take. One of those is that of a guide. He was not physically present with Clancy on Voldsøy, but he was able to guide him in spirit.

It's been a minute since I watched the video though, but that's the gist of what I remember 😅