Well, Naruto could become a true ninja in this fanfiction by learning the true meaning of ninja. It's not just about power but also about protecting the village and the people he loves. He might have faced some tough moral choices that tested his ninja way. By sticking to his beliefs and growing from these experiences, he becomes a true ninja.
Perhaps in this fanfiction, Naruto becomes a true ninja by forging deep bonds with his comrades. He realizes that a true ninja doesn't fight alone. His friends' support and trust in him, along with his ability to trust them back, could be a major factor. He may also have had some epic battles where he had to rely on his friends and in turn, prove himself as a worthy and true ninja.
Well, in many such fanfics, Naruto might achieve it through intense training. He could focus on mastering new jutsus, like some super - rare or advanced ones. Also, he might gain a deeper understanding of the ninja way, perhaps by facing and overcoming some really tough moral dilemmas.
The main challenges for Naruto could be related to his past. He has a difficult past with being an orphan and having the nine - tailed fox inside him. In this fanfiction, he might have to come to terms with his past in a new way. He also may face enemies who target him because of his unique situation, and he has to overcome these threats while still holding onto his values and becoming a true ninja.
One idea could be that Naruto is sent on a mission to the Hidden Mist Village and gets separated from his team. He then has to adapt to the Mist Ninja ways to survive. He might learn their unique jutsu, like some water - based techniques, and form unexpected alliances with Mist Ninja who admire his determination.
The story in this fanfiction would be quite different. Since Naruto doesn't become a ninja, the power dynamics in the village change. There would be no Naruto to challenge the status quo in the ninja world. Instead, the story could revolve around how the other ninja adapt to a world without Naruto's influence. Maybe some of the conflicts that were resolved by Naruto in the original story now fester and cause bigger problems. And Naruto, as a non - ninja, might have to find a way to deal with these issues from the outside, using his wits and new - found non - ninja skills.
Maybe there's a moment when Naruto is able to save his village from a great danger. It's not just about his physical strength, but also his decision - making skills, leadership, and his willingness to sacrifice for the greater good. This kind of event would be a big marker of his progress towards becoming a true ninja.
The fanfiction might show Naruto with enhanced stealth skills and a better understanding of ninja tactics.
In this fanfiction, Naruto might gain new and unique ninja skills. Maybe he discovers a long - lost jutsu that makes him even more powerful than in the original story.
The ninja world would be in chaos. Naruto is a key figure in maintaining balance, so if he turns like Madara, there would be widespread fear. Villages would start to prepare for war, not knowing what Naruto's intentions are.
Well, often in fanfiction, Naruto's growth as a better ninja comes from his increased understanding of the nature of chakra. He might discover new ways to manipulate it, like fusing different types of chakra in a more efficient and powerful way. This could lead to him developing new and stronger ninjutsu, making him a more formidable ninja.
His ninja training helps in terms of speed. Naruto can use his quick reflexes from his ninja training to chop ingredients very fast. For example, when he's slicing up vegetables, he can do it at a speed that normal chefs can't match. Also, his ability to move stealthily can be useful. He can quietly move around the kitchen to get things without making a mess or getting in the way. His chakra control, which he learned for his ninja techniques, can be applied to controlling the heat of the stove precisely.