I know this won't be received well but does anyone else think the changes to spell combat were too good? I think -2 to hit is the right number. I also understand why it never gets better. My problem is with improved spell combat and greater spell combat. The bonus to concentration comes at a time when they are not strongly needed. This wouldn't be so bad except it doesn't present a strong reason to continue past level 7. Also given the ability to 5' step means you will rarely need to make the checks anyway. I'm not really advocating for the ability to get worse btw. It would just be nice to find a way to make improved/greater spell combat feel important when you get them. I currently have no suggestions but I was wondering also felt this way.
Regarding Arcane Pool, Since I was a big supporter of this idea in round 1 I like this change. I also made some suggestions on integrating arcane strike into it so this was pretty close. On first read I was a little miffed at the loss of arcane weapon in it's original form but I've started to come around to the versatility this ability offers. Just to brainstorm however:
What if arcane weapon was still a class feature and arcane pool allowed someone to spend a point to gain the use of arcane strike as if they had the feat?It would last a limited number of rounds and the ability could still qualify for feats with arcane strike as a prerequisite. This change would increase the martial prowess of the Magus but lessen his versatility a little. Would this be too much?
Anyway, I'm impressed with the new magus and have yet to try this version. My suggestions come from a first read and are mainly initial impressions.