In the 'Naruto leaves Konoha and joins Kumo' fanfiction, how would this change Naruto's relationships with his former friends in Konoha?

His relationship with Sasuke would be severely affected. If Naruto is betrayed by Konoha and joins Kumo, Sasuke might see it as a sign of weakness or a wrong decision. Their rivalry could turn into something more complex, with Sasuke perhaps trying to bring Naruto back to Konoha or seeing him as an enemy. With his friends in Konoha like Sakura, there would be a lot of heartache. They might not understand his decision at first, but over time, some might come to realize the reasons behind it.

In the long run, the relationship could be mended if Naruto is able to show that his move to Suna has been beneficial not only to him but also to both villages. His friends might start to see his actions in a new light. They could collaborate on certain projects or missions that involve both Konoha and Suna. However, there would always be a sense of loss and change in their relationship. Naruto's departure would be a significant turning point, and they would have to re - evaluate their friendship in the context of the new situation where Naruto is now part of Suna.

With his family - like figures in Konoha, such as Iruka, the relationship would be put to the test. Iruka would probably be heartbroken but also hope that Naruto is doing what he thinks is right. In Iwa, Naruto might find a new mentor - like figure who could teach him different things compared to what he learned in Konoha. This new relationship could shape his ninja path in a whole new way.

Well, his relationships in Konoha would be in shambles. His friends like Sakura and Shikamaru would be shocked and sad. Sakura might feel guilty for not standing up for him more. And Naruto's relationship with Kakashi would be severely strained as Kakashi couldn't prevent his banishment. His enemies in Konoha might feel a sense of victory, but his true friends would always hold a place for him in their hearts.

His relationship with Sasuke would likely become more strained. Since Sasuke has his own complex feelings about Konoha, if Naruto is sick of it too, they might not see eye - to - eye on how to deal with the situation. Their bond which was once about protecting the village could be broken.

Konoha's power structure could be affected. Naruto is one of the strongest shinobi in the village. Without him, the village might be more vulnerable to attacks from other villages or threats. They would need to quickly find ways to fill the gap in their defenses.

His friends would be worried. Sakura might be very concerned about his safety and feel sad that he left. She may also feel guilty if she thinks she could have done something to prevent his departure.

He might meet a young and idealistic ninja in Kumo. This ninja could show Naruto a different way of looking at the ninja world. Maybe this Kumo ninja has a more peaceful approach to resolving conflicts, which makes Naruto re - evaluate his own views on fighting and rivalry between villages.

Well, in Kumo, Naruto might face challenges related to power struggles. There could be certain groups or individuals in Kumo who see Naruto as a threat to their own influence. He's a powerful ninja from Konoha, and some in Kumo might not want him to gain too much power or popularity there. Another biggie is making new friends. It's not easy to break into an established social circle in a new village, and Naruto might find it hard to find people he can really trust and rely on.

Shikamaru and the others from the Rookie 9 would be shocked. They have always counted on Naruto to be there in Konoha. They would probably feel a sense of loss and also a bit of guilt, wondering if they could have done something to prevent Naruto from getting so tired of the village. They might try to find ways to get him back, while also respecting his decision if he is determined to leave.