Do you want it to look more elfy? I remember someone saying that before. Would be cool to decide what it looks like. I liked the arcane warriors too, but hated having to sheathe my weapons to cast a spell.
Doesn't need to look elfy! I would just rather it be more of a one handed blade. You are still essentially a mage, so I would think one of your hands should be free for casting spells. Use either a normal blade you augment with magic, or you make a spellblade out of your will.
The giant claymore made of light and stone just felt so...out of place. More final fantasy than dragon age.
Edit: Also, get rid of the staff, why am I using a staff and a blade?