Wolf build is just insanely overpowered in this game.
Recipe:
6 in Occult to unlock Polymorph into wolf.
6 in Strength to unlock Wolf Claws.
Few points into Perception, you don't need much since Wolf gives you chance to hit.
4-7 points into Polymorph into Wolf (the more points you put here the less perception you need).
4, 7, 10, 14 points to Reckless Assault. Those levels give you largest damage gains.
1 point to Wolf Claws.
Weapon - awl, armor - robed leather, no armor nor shield.
A mage with couple of points in Amplify to bring your attack speed close to zero.
Raise your weapon prof - bonus remains after polymorphing (and other stats as well, btw).
You may also use magical leafblades and put more points into Amplify (or wolf claws).
You will have incredible damage, attack speed and godlike dodge.
You will also be fairly resistant to magic, thanks to Occult.
And you will have one free War Book slot, for whatever you fancy.
Thing to avoid:
Endure polymorph state - garbage, better put points into Polymorph itself,
Burst of life - excellent in theory, but mortals just won't hit you,
Mangle - good in theory, but mortals will die too fast to make it useful.
If you want wolf build that's simply strong avoid other spells/skills giving + phys. damage/dodge/chance to hit (Wolf Claws and Mangle are fine).
