That's a bummer. But I guess I would have to agree that one handed + magic is probably the better idea for the game. Just don't use a rune or some other artifact. Traditional Elder Scrolls Magic is no
If it comes, it will probably be with a free DLC <img class="emoji" src="https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/resources/emoji/smile.png" title=":)" alt=":)" height="20" /> (hopefully the one with Jewelry crafting and spell crafting!)
well you could argue the new weapons are locked behind a new chapter with just one style available, and then the upcoming styles after that include new variations. woulnd't be too terrible imo.
Honestly i could see conjured weapons as some form of hybrid weaponline which would also solve the issues with creating motives - with the character just equipping some focus stones with enchants in …