FanFiction Ideas

If Naruto Uzumaki had been raised by Kakashi Hatake and Anko Mitarashi, and trained as the disciple of Kosak Maruboshi, the Eternal Genin, his abilities and character would be significantly different from his canon self. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of how Naruto's skills and development would evolve under these unique circumstances:

1. 'Upbringing under Kakashi Hatake and Anko Mitarashi'

- 'Kakashi Hatake's Influence':

- 'Strategic Mind': Under Kakashi, Naruto would develop a sharp tactical mind, learning to assess situations with calm detachment and craft plans that maximize his abilities. He would inherit Kakashi's patience and analytical skills, emphasizing strategy over raw power.

- 'Ninjutsu Mastery': Kakashi's vast knowledge of ninjutsu and his access to over a thousand jutsu due to the Sharingan would mean Naruto would have a far wider range of jutsu at his disposal. He would also have early access to techniques like the Shadow Clone Jutsu and the Rasengan, but with much better control.

- 'Lightning Style Proficiency': Naruto would likely be trained in Lightning Release techniques, adding this element to his arsenal. With Kakashi's tutelage, Naruto might develop hybrid techniques, combining wind (his natural affinity) and lightning.

- 'Leadership and Discipline': Kakashi would instill in Naruto a sense of leadership, discipline, and the importance of teamwork. He would stress the significance of controlling his emotions and acting rationally in high-stress situations, preparing him for command roles.

- 'Anko Mitarashi's Influence':

- 'Unorthodox Combat Style': Anko, known for her wild and unpredictable fighting style, would teach Naruto to think outside the box in battle. She would train him to use unconventional tactics, such as ambushes, psychological warfare, and misdirection.

- 'Physical Toughness and Durability': Anko's intense training would enhance Naruto's physical resilience, making him tough, durable, and conditioned to pain. He would develop a more ruthless edge in combat, knowing when to strike hard without hesitation.

- 'Poison and Torture Resistance': Anko would teach Naruto about poisons, traps, and psychological warfare, preparing him for dangerous situations. Naruto would likely have a higher tolerance to poison, venoms, and certain physical torture due to Anko's harsh survival training.

- 'Serpent Techniques': Anko's partial snake-summoning and serpent-based techniques would give Naruto access to a variety of snake-themed jutsu. He could use snakes for tracking, binding enemies, and even summoning larger serpents for combat.

2. 'Kosak Maruboshi's Influence (The Eternal Genin)'

- 'Perfecting Basic Skills': Kosak Maruboshi, despite being an eternal genin, was known for his dedication to mastering the fundamentals. Under Kosak's guidance, Naruto would become an absolute master of the basics: taijutsu, stealth, and kunai throwing. His fundamentals would be sharper than almost any other ninja of his age.

- 'Weapon Proficiency': Naruto would gain a strong proficiency in weapons like kunai, shuriken, and basic tools. His throwing accuracy and ability to fight with simple tools would be exceptional, allowing him to face off against more powerful opponents by maximizing the basics.

- 'Advanced Stealth Techniques': Kosak's teaching would focus on stealth and deception, making Naruto an adept ninja in infiltration, sabotage, and quiet assassinations, much like a true shinobi. He would learn how to disappear in plain sight, conceal his presence, and manipulate his surroundings to his advantage.

- 'Tenacity and Resilience': Kosak would teach Naruto that failure is part of growth. Naruto would learn to persist, no matter the odds, instilling an even greater will of fire in him. He would be mentally tough, able to endure humiliation or setbacks and grow stronger from them.

3. 'Ninjutsu'

- 'Rasengan Mastery': Taught by Kakashi, Naruto would master the Rasengan much earlier and might develop variations that suit his fighting style, incorporating elemental chakra (Wind Release Rasengan, Lightning Release Rasengan).

- 'Shadow Clone Jutsu': Naruto would still have access to this technique, but under Kakashi's mentorship, he would use it much more strategically, gathering information, setting traps, and using clones to probe enemy weaknesses.

- 'Multi-Element Jutsu': With Kakashi and Anko as teachers, Naruto would likely have proficiency in multiple elements beyond Wind Release, especially Lightning Release from Kakashi and possibly Earth or Fire Release from Anko. These would significantly enhance his combat versatility.

- 'Wind Release': Naruto's natural affinity for Wind Release would be honed to perfection. He would learn to use wind-based attacks like Wind Style: Rasenshuriken and create high-pressure wind attacks for both offense and defense. (Likely Receiving wind manipulation guidance from Asuma)

4. 'Taijutsu'

- 'Enhanced Taijutsu': Thanks to training under Anko and Kosak, Naruto would have far superior taijutsu skills. Anko's unpredictable, high-speed fighting style combined with Kosak's mastery of the basics would make Naruto a formidable opponent in close combat.

- 'Snake Techniques': Learning from Anko, Naruto might incorporate snakes into his taijutsu, using serpentine strikes, bindings, and even venomous snakes in combat. These techniques would allow him to restrain enemies while engaging them physically.

5. 'Genjutsu Resistance'

- 'Mental Fortitude': Naruto's mind would be conditioned to resist genjutsu far better than in canon. Kakashi's teachings would ensure Naruto understands how to break out of genjutsu quickly, and his training with Anko (who has a dark past with Orochimaru) would ensure a strong mental defense.

6. 'Kenjutsu and Weapon Use'

- 'Weapon Proficiency': Naruto might be taught swordsmanship by Kakashi, using a tanto or even learning how to wield larger blades. He would also be proficient with throwing weapons, such as kunai and shuriken, mastering various techniques for speed, accuracy, and lethality.

- 'Specialized Tools': Anko would likely introduce Naruto to more specialized tools like exploding tags, poison-tipped kunai, and wire-based weapons. This would make him a versatile fighter, adept at setting traps and using tools to gain the upper hand.

7. 'Stealth and Espionage'

- 'Infiltration Skills': Kosak's teachings, combined with kakashi's and Anko's ANBU background, would make Naruto a stealth master. He could blend into his surroundings, hide his chakra, and use the environment to his advantage in combat.

- 'Subterfuge': Naruto would learn to use deception and misdirection, planting false information and laying traps for enemies. This, combined with his shadow clones, would make him highly unpredictable in battle.

8. 'Kurama (Nine-Tails) Control'

- 'Early Awareness of Kurama': Under the guidance of Kakashi and Anko, Naruto would be made aware of Kurama's existence early on. This knowledge would allow him to work on gaining Kurama's cooperation much earlier, likely leading to more control over Kurama's chakra in combat.

- 'Jinchuriki Mastery': Naruto, with more structured training, would be able to control and channel Kurama's chakra more efficiently, using it to boost his speed, strength, and reflexes without falling into berserker mode. He might even tap into Kurama's power to create chakra-based constructs earlier, like the chakra cloak.

9. 'Personality and Growth'

- 'Maturity and Discipline': Growing up with Kakashi and Anko would result in a more mature, composed Naruto. While he would retain his optimism and never-give-up attitude, his brashness would be tempered by a strong sense of duty, discipline, and awareness of the harsh realities of being a ninja.

- 'Confidence in Skills': Naruto would have a deeper sense of confidence and security in his abilities due to constant mentorship and positive reinforcement from Kakashi and Anko. This would mean fewer doubts about his worth or strength.

10. 'Potential Final Form'

By the time Naruto reaches his late teens, he would have:

- 'Mastery over multiple elements (Wind, Lightning, and possibly Fire or Earth)'

- 'Expert-level taijutsu with snake-based techniques and superior weapon proficiency'

- 'Advanced Rasengan variations and a perfected use of the Shadow Clone Jutsu'

- 'Early control over Kurama's chakra and eventual full cooperation with the Nine-Tails'

- 'A strategic mind, tactical leadership, and stealth expertise from Kakashi, Anko, and Kosak'

This Naruto would be a deadly combination of brains, brawn, and strategy--a ninja capable of using raw power efficiently while outthinking his enemies and always staying one step ahead. He'd embody the perfect balance of Naruto's innate power and the discipline and cunning instilled by his unique upbringing.