Well, one possible plot could be that Naruto is lost in a dangerous forest after a mission gone wrong. Jiraiya, who just happens to be passing by, discovers him. Jiraiya then decides to take Naruto under his wing for some special training. He might teach Naruto some new and powerful jutsu that Naruto hadn't learned at the academy. This could lead to Naruto becoming much stronger and more confident in his abilities.
In this fanfiction, it could be that Naruto is found by Jiraiya in an enemy territory. Jiraiya has been spying on the enemy and stumbles upon Naruto who has been captured. Jiraiya rescues Naruto and then they have to find a way to escape. During their escape, Jiraiya starts to teach Naruto some stealth techniques that are essential for survival in such situations. This encounter could also lead to Naruto learning more about the politics and power struggles in the ninja world as Jiraiya shares his insights during their journey back to the Hidden Leaf Village.
In this fanfiction, perhaps Jiraiya didn't actually die. He was in a hidden place recovering from a serious injury. When he meets Naruto again, Naruto is shocked but overjoyed. Jiraiya then shares his newfound knowledge and powers with Naruto, and they team up to take on a powerful organization that threatens the Hidden Leaf Village. Jiraiya could teach Naruto some advanced Sage Mode techniques that he had been working on during his absence.
The plot might involve Naruto and Jiraiya getting transported to a different dimension. In this strange new world, they have to work together to find a way back home. They meet all kinds of strange creatures and characters. Jiraiya uses his wisdom and experience to navigate through this new environment, while Naruto's determination and growing power help them face the challenges. And during this adventure, Naruto might also develop a new form of his Rasengan, inspired by the things they encounter in this dimension.
One possible plot could be that Jiraiya is forced to betray Naruto due to some external threat. Maybe an enemy has captured Jiraiya's loved ones and threatened to kill them if he doesn't turn on Naruto. Jiraiya, in a difficult position, might have to pretend to be against Naruto to protect his loved ones while secretly trying to find a way to free both Naruto and his family from the enemy's clutches.
Well, one possibility is that Naruto would grow up with more focused and intense training. Jiraiya could pass on his unique jutsu more directly. Maybe Naruto would learn about the world outside of Konoha in a more in - depth way earlier on, traveling with Jiraiya and having adventures that shape his understanding of the ninja world and his place in it.
The plot could revolve around Naruto and Jiraiya going on a secret mission together. During this mission, Naruto discovers more about his family's past through Jiraiya's knowledge. They might encounter an ancient evil that was known to Naruto's parents, and Naruto has to use the skills he's learned from Jiraiya to combat it.
Well, it could be about Naruto getting some really early and special training from Jiraiya. Maybe Jiraiya sees Naruto's potential right away and starts teaching him some basic but important ninja skills like how to better control his chakra. It might also involve some fun adventures where they encounter some small - time villains in the Land of Fire.
One possible plot could be that Tsunade and Jiraiya are deceived by false information about Naruto. Maybe they are made to believe that Naruto has turned to a dark side. For example, an enemy might have created false evidence of Naruto collaborating with a powerful evil force. Tsunade, being the Hokage, and Jiraiya, Naruto's mentor, would then be forced to take actions against Naruto that seem like betrayal from Naruto's perspective.
A possible plot could be that Naruto, under the care of Tsunade and Jiraiya, discovers new aspects of his heritage. Tsunade might know some secrets about the Uzumaki clan that she shares with Naruto. Jiraiya, being his godfather - like figure, helps him explore these new revelations. Meanwhile, the Akatsuki could still be a threat, and Naruto, with his new skills and knowledge, has to fight against them to protect the village and his loved ones.
One possible plot could be that Jiraiya and Tsunade decide to adopt Naruto after seeing his loneliness and potential. They start training him not just in ninja skills but also in life values. Jiraiya might teach him more about the toad sage techniques, while Tsunade could help him with his chakra control and medical ninjutsu knowledge. Naruto would grow up in a more stable family - like environment, which would change his personality a bit, making him more confident and less brash as he has the support and love of two powerful ninjas.
One possible plot could be that Naruto has a major disagreement with Jiraiya over his training methods. Maybe Naruto feels that Jiraiya is being too hard on him or not focusing on the right aspects of his growth. So, in a fit of anger or determination, he decides to ditch Jiraiya and go off on his own to train in a new way.