I think this would be something that could be added back as an arcana, no?
I don't see why not. Or at least a variation on it. I was also a bit disappointed when i saw these abilities had been eliminated, though I was quite happy with pretty much all of the other changes.
I for 1 am glad that those abilities were removed, since they were replaced by things that were entirely better.
1. The arcane bond portion of it produced wierd side effects, like forcing checks when using the dancing special ability because you were not wielding it. The new system is more versatile and will last most casters their entire day, plus you lack the downsides of the arcane bond.
2. They were given 1 extra spontaneous spell per day thanks to their arcane bond. This has been replaced with the ability to have many spontaneous spells per day thanks to their pool.
They do lose the weapon call ability, but this was pretty much useless anyway, especially at the level they got it. I could see turning this into a 2nd or 3rd level spell, similar to summon instrument.
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Like Caineach, I'm happy with the new system. Without a doubt, I was distressed when I saw the change but my playtesting has seen some really positive results from the new mechanic.
A couple of times I've faced enemies with a specific resistance or weaknesses ans being able to choose on the fly has been excellent.
I do think that something good could come with an Arcana, though. Perhaps the Arcana could let the Magus use it all day for the cost of two or three points and let the Magus switch the chosen benefits with a point and a swift action. Does that sound like something you would want?
Weapon Bond could still be an arcana. Its quite easy bond with a weapon and you can call it into your hand, with an effect that scales per magus level.