Sometimes those born without a family manage to find one along the way. AU in which certain characters had just a bit more common sense. Naruto runs into the Kyuubi much earlier, before the world taught him to fear it. Some changes to lore to fix plot holes from the original storyline. OC supporting characters. Rated M for some gore and exploring some darker themes but no lime.

Konoha's Boogeyman. Jinchuriki. Hero. Traitor. Murderer. These were the names of Naruto Uzumaki. He left Konoha 3 years ago a broken man, looking for a peaceful life. But the shinobi life doesn't let peace come so easily. It calls you back. Through violence. Through war. Through blood. Monsters didn't get peace. And shinobi? That was just another word for monster. Light AU.

A childish challenge between teacher and student triggers a chain of events whose outcomes ripple across the Ninja World. As the dominos fall, crashing on the shoulders of the Child of Prophecy, one question needs to be asked. Will he bear it all, or crumble under the weight of the world? Starts slow paced at training trip. Canon Divergence Fic/w Naruto Character Development.

In an ideal scenario, Naruto Uzumaki would've been revered since birth as a hero. The world is not ideal however. He was reviled. It's unfortunate instead of overcoming his anguish and loneliness he succumbed to it. Friends alone could not save him from himself.

What if Naruto's potential was acknowledged early on? What if he was given the titles robbed of him? Imagine what his story would have turned into if Naruto were molded into the shinobi he was meant to be. Power, wealth, and recognition. Witness as Naruto becomes both the terror of the shinobi world and a relevant player on the world stage, much like his father before him.

Some say that being in the wrong place at the wrong time can get you killed. Well, young Naruto will learn this the hard way, as he tried to find food near the Uchiha Clan Compound, only to find something else instead. A different twist to the Uchiha Massacre and Naruto receives a gift he never asked for in the first place. NarutoxOC and KakashixOC.

After the failure of the Sasuke Retrieval Mission the Council of the Hidden Leaf decides to punish Naruto with banishment from the village forcing the hand of Tsunade. Now alone and no longer a shinobi of the Hidden Leaf Naruto decides to take his newfound life into his own hands. Follow Naruto Uzumaki as he tries to find his place in the ninja world.

After the Kyūbi's attack on the village, the Third Hokage decided it would be best for Jiraiya to take his godson and leave the village. Six years later, they return but the village has not forgotten that fateful night and realize Naruto is the Kyūbi's container. When Naruto wakes up in the hospital, his caretaker is gone. How will this change and affect Naruto?

After three years of intense training, Naruto comes back to Konoha a completely different person than what he was when he left. He must rise and confront his destiny, all the while fighting to keep what's precious to him safe. Sequel to Return of the Flash, please read to avoid any confusion.

The pain of loss awakens a power long dormant inside Naruto. A lost legacy wielded by his mother. Now he strives to become the person he was truly meant to be. And from the ashes will rise the clan once feared and respected by all.

After the second half of the Chunin Exams Naruto is passed over by Kakashi to train Sasuke. Angry, he storms out and runs far away to an almost forgotten place. There he stumbles across a journal, written by his mother and holding the secrets of his lineage. Inspired by the love, hope, and dreams of his parents, he decides to become the Ninja his parents believed he could be.

One fateful night in early October changed everything for Minato and Kushina, the happy couple about to welcome their beloved son Naruto Uzumaki into the world. The disaster that took place altered his life, and the world of ninja, forever. But what if it didn't? Read on to experience a version of the world of Naruto without that key incident... (AU)

Naruto is betrayed by the village and decides to leave, forever turning his back on them. 7 Years pass by and a unknown threat emerges from the dark. Will he be able to face this new enemy and his demons of the past? [Finished! post story A/N note within 2 weeks]

Naruto always enjoyed discovering new places and locations in Konohagakure. One night, after finding a cave, he decides to venture inside only to find the most beautiful waterfall he had ever seen. Once inside, Naruto finds a lone rock that contained black markings. Thinking nothing of it, Naruto touches the black marking. What happens then no one could ever predict.

A Naruto story where he was trained from a young age. How can a small difference change the story? Stronger and smarter Naruto. Naruto X Kurotsuchi. First Fic. Now in Shippuden.

A few AU elements, the Sandaime makes a proactive choice he never considered in cannon. He always knew the environment in Konoha was neglectful and destabilizing for Naruto. He decides to send the boy away with someone who can nurture him. As a result, a more worldly and competent Naruto returns to the leaf years later. His story begins in Konoha, think you know it? Think again.

A small bit of advice from Kakashi before the start of the semi-finals of the Chunin Exams leads Naruto down a path he would have never followed in canon. A path that will lead Naruto to new places, and new discoveries about himself and his family's past. Who knew? AU, Strong Naruto, Pairings are to be announced.

Kakashi Hatake is changed forever by a different Team 7, and orders from the Third Hokage to turn Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Hinata Hyuuga into the next generation of the Sannin. Left with no choice but to finally move forward from his past, he strives to teach his students and become the man Minato Namikaze had thought he could be.

Minato and Kushina made preparations in case something went wrong on the day of Naruto's birth, leading to change. Follow the Journey of the son of the Yellow Flash and the Red Hot Habanero to become the Orange Spark and discover his dream. Naruhina, all the way. Eventual seal master Naruto, a stronger and smarter Naruto.

Iruka takes Mizuki's shuriken to the back in place of Naruto. Thinking Iruka to be dead, Naruto loses control and prepares to unleash the Kyuubi, however before he can tear off the seal, he is stopped by the hand of his hero. The Yondaime Hokage... Also being posted on A03, Wattpad and Royal Road.

Naruto's reaction to his isolation is different from canon. How will Konoha deal with a Seal Master Jinchuuriki with muted affect and a perverted streak a mile wide? (Up for Adoption... if your pen is nice)

All decisions impact the future just the same, be it minor or major. Repairing Orochimaru's damage was one and when Jiraiya decides to ask Naruto one question one month before the finals, he changes his attitude towards Naruto and instead brings about what Naruto was always meant to be, a truly strong Shinobi.

On the night the Kyuubi attacked Konoha, the Shinigami tried to take the lives of both Minato and Kushina, but a loophole allowed their souls to remain free. For twelve years, Danzo has kept them hidden but now they've escaped. A family reunited, they will have their revenge, and help their son become the legend he was destined to be. NaruHina. Starts up after the Wave ARC.

"Ninja take their fate… into their own hands." He shuddered at the memory, glancing down at his own dirty, bloody fists. Naruto punched again, feeling the freshly healed scars flex painfully on his back. Sending chips of bark and droplets of blood flying from the post. If others saw nothing wrong with taking their fate in their hands at his own expense, why shouldn't he.

Naruto was born with hair as red as his mother's, but with a face and intellect that paralleled his father, the Fourth Hokage. Will the revolution he brings be the world's salvation or destruction?

One discussion in the academy introduces Naruto to his first real friends and changes his life forever. Together, they will work hard, push each other, and unlock their true potential. NaruHina

After an angry mob of civilians attack and almost kill six year old Naruto Uzumaki, he flees into the woods surrounding Konoha, and finds a home in a hidden lab complex. It's within this lab that Naruto makes contact with a very dangerous substance, only to emerge smarter and much more sensitive to his surroundings. Naruto/Ino/Hinata pairing

When Naruto comes back to his senses after the battle with Pein, the first thing he remembers are those baffling words she said just before she nearly died for him, and he NEEDS to hear them again. Will the truth set them free? Or are some confessions too much for the soul? Canon divergent, soulmates, mild angst, happy ending. NARUHINA, some Sasusaku. Rated M for language.

Slight AU, slightly grey Naruto. The Hokage and ANBU commander watched Naruto's use of shadow clones that night. Through guilt tripping of the Hokage, the commander gains the newly graduated Naruto for his forces. Join Naruto as he becomes Team Ro's fourth member and what it means for the plot of Naruto. Slow updates.

Mizuki never got to shoot his mouth off at Naruto the night he took the Scroll of Seals. Other than skipping a half-manic monologue from him, what exactly did this change for everyone's favorite blonde ninja? Who knows? Rated M for language/later events.

The Uchiha were ruled by fear and hatred. At least until Madara takes the first steps to moving beyond a legacy of needless death. Uchiha!Naruto.

Due to an incident early in his life, Naruto loses apart of himself, and becomes stronger because of it. How will this change in Naruto affect the Shinobi World, and beyond. Eventual Sharingan, Hiraishin, Sensor. There will be no crossovers, but there might be some obvious influence from other shows later on in the story.

"When you think about it, Sasuke, we could be standing in each other's place right now" Naruto grows up shunned, hated, without support and full of rage. Sasuke grows up determined to step out of his brother's shadow and be recognized for his own merits. In which Naruto is the one who runs and Sasuke does the chasing. Credit to original author: Inrainbowz on AO3

At the Valley of the End, Sasuke nearly kills Naruto and it affects everyone in many ways. See a vastly different direction after this battle to the Naruto story, than what the Canon did. There will be action, surprises, & romance NarxHin KakxKur JirxTsu & many more. Warning be prepared for the most Evil Sadistic Sasuke ever, and Sakura takes a beating in the early chapters. Enjoy!

Naruto finds out about Uzumaki clan when he was 4 years old. Naruto swears to rebuild the home of his clan and finds all the family he has left. Red Hair Naruto. Lemons later in the Story.

On the night of the Kyuubi's sealing something else decided to tag along for the ride, how will this effect one Naruto Uzumaki and the world around him?

It was honestly kind of funny that all it took for the path of the ninja world to drastically change was Naruto Uzumaki falling down a hill. The boy at the dock helped him up, and their destined friendship began a few years early. Naruto/Sasuke Friendship ; Team 7 Friendship. Now Complete.

What if Naruto had one true friend through out his earlier years. How will this one friend effect everyone around them. Read to find out in my EPIC RETELLING OF THE NARUTO STORY FROM THE BEGINNING. Parings Naru/Hina OC/Ino and more. Smart/Slightly Powered Naruto, Slightly Mellowed Out Male Kyubi, Fatherly Kakashi.

Hours before Naruto is born, Minato has a frightening premonition and keeps Kakashi on duty as a body guard. Having survived Obito's attack, Minato and Kushina struggle to raise Naruto while balancing their official duties. Naruto also struggles with the challenge of being a Hokage's son while pursing his dream of following in his father's footsteps. (COMPLETE!)

What if Naruto met the Kyuubi during the Land of Waves? What if it was all a big misunderstanding? Watch as Naruto is able to tap into the power sealed inside of him on the day of his birth and the following events. Starts after the graduation. Better summary inside. Stronger Naruto (but realistic progression). NaruHina and others. Title becomes more apparent later in the story.

Sequel to Naruto: Different Past, Brighter Future Naruto returns to Konoha, stronger than before and ready to finish what should have never been started. He will have to rediscover how powerful everyone has become in order to keep as many of his friends alive as possible in the coming war... but he will also have to rediscover his personal goals and ambitions to keep himself sane

(New Chapter Posted) After discovering a long lost ancient forbidden master sealing technique created by a deceased clan leader and seal grandmaster of the Uzumaki clan, Jiraiya studies and tampers with it only for it to lead to unexpected results. NaruHina

Hiruzen made a choice, instead of hiding the truth from Naruto, he told him about his mother, the Uzumaki clan. Years Later, the Uzumaki clan has revived, the nations are tense. A great change is coming in the ninja world and the once forgotten clan will drive it. AU. Strong, Seal master Naruto.

Uzumaki Naruto was born to be a shinobi. He was supposed to be a killer; a protector of unparalleled skill. His lineage and the demon in his gut ensured that. In canon, his growth was stunted. In here, he had a reason to be strong. He has to survive. AU.

Naruto is stolen from the village and left to die in a forest. He is found on deaths door by a civilian family, but what will happen when Naruto witnesses their Murder and is found by Jiraiya in the Ruins of his old home. Strong Naruto, Rinnegan Naruto, NarutoXOC

Naruto has a big secret, he isn't the dead last he appears to be. But why would he show that before he is ready to deal with the stones the council loves placing in his way? The Sandaime, having opened his eyes will do his best to make sure that Konoha will retain the Will of Fire. Smart / Strong Naruto

A 10 years old Naruto meets a man who will change his life and the Ninja Nations, but will it be for good? The Yondaime has returned and he is not happy. NaruHina later.

Really, how much can small things affect the world? Little things like the colour of someone's hair? Their Mentor? Maybe... their date of birth?

Naruto died at the Valley of the End, at the hands of his best friend Sasuke Uchiha. Now revived by Madara, Naruto will complete the Eye of the Moon plan and bring peace to the world or kill anyone in his way, before his hatred consumes him and is left with nothing. Powerful-Naruto, emotionless-Naruto, Sharingan/EMS Naruto, Naruto X Konan,

What if instead of Kushina being Naruto's mother and through a trick of fate Naruto's mother was Tsunade after a drunken night with Minato in which Naruto becomes both the heir and hope of the Senju clan. Find out what life would be like now for Naruto

What if Kakashi had recovered from his deep depression? What if he turned out to be a true genius as a sensei? Watch as team 7 develops into a truly capable shinobi team!

In unity lies strength; each leaf is important or the beauty of the tree is lost. Some bonds, however, are difficult to forge and even harder to keep. The tide of blood nears, drums thunder, and three Genin stand tall as the world spirals into madness. [AU]

Naruto was born five years before the Kyuubi attack and the fox was sealed into his younger sister. His parent don't have the time to teach him so he looks to others to help him become a great shinobi. AU Powerful Mokuton Naruto. Alive Minato and Kushina. Cancelled

The old man survived the invasion and acknowledged Naruto's services to Konoha. How would the shinobi world cope with a Naruto who realises his full potential and becomes the splendid shinobi only few believed he could be?

The Serpent, the Tadpole, and the Slug shall be lead by the Dog into the light ... Team Seven is forced together at a much earlier age ... How will things turn out? How will things differ? ... What Will change? What will happen? ... Only fate can tell.

Naruto isnt placed in team 7, instead he is taken as Jiriaya's Apprentice. How will life change for Naruto as he and the Toad Sage take his training seriously. Pairings NaruYugi (Grammar is Terrible in the first 15 - 20 chapters but improves. Really, it needs a rewrite.)

Pein's final jutsu gave life back to those he slayed in Konoha. However, it also brought back someone who never expected to live again. Rising from the ashes, how will Minato Namikaze readapt to life and the war he is flung into?

Uchiha Mikoto takes the hand of an outcast child, and with it rewrites the destiny of her clan. AU. *SEQUEL UP*

AU. What if Naruto had been raised by Kakashi his entire life and how would raising Naruto change Kakashi's life as well? NarutoHinata, KakashiAnko later on.

Time Travel fic. In a war torn future, in the burning ruins of Konohagakure, Naruto fights Orochimaru and loses as the world collapses around him. From that ending comes a new beginning and a new chance to set things right, if only he can figure out how..