Feats: Arcane Blade and Area Control

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I currrently play a Wizard specializing in area effect spells, but not afraid of jumping into melee when push comes to shove (despite his 12 AC and -3 melee attack with a martial weapon). I am considering over the next two levels, he wil get two feats. I am considering Arcane Blade from En World's Arcane Strife and Area Control from Netbook of Feats. I have concerns regarding the cost-benefit of these feats, if you've used or DM'd these feats, what's your experience and have you tweeked them any?

Thanks a lot, in advance, for your help.

John

 

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