I really like this idea. I think I'll probably go Warblade, to sync up those INT abilities, but maybe not. More specifically, I like the Jade Phoenix Mage.
Question is, what is the build to it? ((EDIT: Note, there is already a swordsage, and they rely on Wisdom, which I'm dumping, as it is against the class, and really seems like it would be fun, have this rash fighter/gish.))
Bard 4/Crusader 1
Bard 4/Warblade 1
Martial Sorcerer 4/Crusader 1
Martial Sorcerer 4/Warblade 1
Wizard 4 ... You guys get the drift.
I know at level 6 I am entering Jade Phoenix Mage. Just need the road there.