'A Different Perspective on the 4th War' is also worth reading. This fanfiction offers a fresh take on the events of the war by changing the alliances of some characters. It makes you think about how different things could have been if certain characters had made different choices. It has some really exciting battle scenes as well.
'The Unseen Hero of the 4th War' is a great one. It focuses on a character who is often overlooked in the original story but plays a crucial role in the fanfiction. The writing style is engaging and it really dives deep into the character's emotions during the chaos of the war.
In a fanfiction scenario where Naruto starts the 4th Shinobi War, it would completely change the whole Naruto universe's narrative. Naruto is known for his desire for peace, so if he starts the war, it might be due to some extreme manipulation or a misunderstanding of the situation. For example, he could be tricked by an enemy who has disguised themselves as an ally and convinced Naruto that starting the war is the only way to protect the Leaf Village. This would lead to a situation where all his friends and comrades would be forced to either oppose him or be dragged into a war they didn't want.
A third idea is a story centered around a shinobi who was thought to be dead but actually survived and is now trying to get back to the battlefield. Along the way, they discover secrets about the origin of the war or new jutsu that could turn the tide of the battle. They have to overcome their own physical and mental weaknesses while also evading the enemy who believes them to be dead.
In a Naruto 4th Shinobi War fanfiction, we could have a plot where the Akatsuki actually had a hidden agenda that was not related to the tailed beasts at all. They could be using the chaos of the war as a distraction to perform some other dark ritual. And perhaps a young shinobi discovers this and has to race against time to stop them while also fighting in the war.
The story would take a very dark turn. Allies would become enemies, and Naruto would be seen as a villain. His friends would be divided, some might try to understand his reasons while others would fight against him immediately.
One unique plot twist could be that instead of Naruto being the one to finally defeat Madara, it's Sasuke who sacrifices himself to do it. This would completely change the dynamic between the two characters and the overall feel of the story.
A civilian who somehow gets involved in the war and discovers they have latent shinobi abilities. They could start as a clumsy and inexperienced character but grow into a powerful force.
The plot should be engaging. It could add new twists to the Naruto vs Pain battle. Maybe introduce some new jutsus or strategies that make the fight even more exciting. Also, good fanfictions in this category usually have a good balance between action and the emotional aspects of the characters.
I think Rock Lee. He's often overshadowed by the more powerful ninjas with special abilities like Naruto and Sasuke. But during the 4th Shinobi War, his sheer determination and hard - work - based fighting style could have been explored more. He could have had some really cool moments against the stronger opponents.
One idea could be focusing on a young shinobi who is an unknown hero during the war. They might use some unique and forgotten jutsu to turn the tide in crucial battles.
One idea could be focusing on a minor character's perspective during the war. For example, a young genin who is caught in the middle of the chaos. They could witness the great battles between the powerful shinobi and have their own journey of survival and growth.