In this fanfiction, Naruto might be neglected not just by the villagers but also by some of his so - called friends. This heartbreak makes him leave. He then travels to different lands. Along the way, he meets an old hermit who teaches him ancient ninja techniques that are long forgotten in his village. With these new skills, he contemplates whether to return to the village and show them what they missed out on or to start a new life away from the place that has caused him so much pain.
It could be Danzo. Since he's always been a bit of a shadowy figure in the Naruto world, he might be the one behind Naruto's neglect in the village. He could have spread rumors or influenced others to keep Naruto down, and when Naruto leaves, he might send agents to stop him from becoming a threat outside the village.
One possibility is that Naruto is on a quest for self - discovery. Leaving the village to find the Sage gives him a chance to be away from the familiar and face new challenges alone. He might encounter different types of enemies and allies during this journey. This could also be a way for him to prove himself not just to the village but also to himself. He wants to show that he can grow and become stronger without always relying on the village's resources.
Often, these fanfictions might involve the development of new relationships. Characters that didn't interact much in the original series could form strong bonds in these fan - made stories. It gives the writer the freedom to create unique dynamics between characters, like a previously unimportant character becoming a mentor to a main character in a way that was not possible in the original Naruto storyline.
Well, in this type of fanfiction, it might show Naruto being neglected by his so - called friends. As a result, he decides to leave and seek power elsewhere. This could lead to him exploring different ninja techniques from other regions. He could also form new alliances with rogue ninjas who have similar experiences of being outcasts.
Well, perhaps Naruto is neglected in Konoha because of his past or the way he behaves. He leaves and stumbles upon a hidden village that has different values. There, he is welcomed and trained further. As he grows stronger, Konoha realizes their mistake. Naruto has to decide whether to forgive Konoha and return or stay in his new - found home where he is respected.
He could feel a sense of guilt. Sasuke might think that his actions or their relationship issues pushed Naruto to leave. He may then set out to find Naruto, not only to bring him back but also to resolve their long - standing issues. For example, if there were unspoken words or unresolved fights between them, Sasuke would see this as an opportunity to set things right.
Often, Naruto starts off feeling sad and angry due to the neglect. He may become more withdrawn at first. Then, as he leaves, he gradually becomes more self - reliant. He has to fend for himself, which forces him to grow up quickly.
Side characters from the Leaf Village are often main characters in such fanfictions. For instance, characters like Rock Lee who, while popular, still had some aspects of his story that could be further explored. His hard - working nature and his unique fighting style could be the center of a story where he overcomes more challenges that were previously neglected in the main series.
The elders of Konoha could be the main antagonists. They might be the ones who have been neglecting Naruto all along, and when he leaves, they see him as a threat to Konoha's stability.