Another plot could involve Minato traveling back in time and meeting his parents. He could learn more about his family's past and secrets that were lost over time. This could lead to him unlocking new powers or abilities that were somehow related to his family heritage. He might also be able to use this new - found knowledge to better protect the village in his original time.
Definitely Kushina should be included. She was an important part of Minato's life. Their relationship could be explored in new ways with the time travel element. For example, Minato could try to protect her even better from the start. Jiraiya is also a great choice. Minato could learn more from him earlier or even teach Jiraiya some of his future knowledge.
In a Naruto time - travel Minato fanfiction, Minato could be sent to the future. There, he would see how the village has changed, and might be shocked to find out about the Akatsuki and their actions. He could then work with Naruto and the others to fight against the Akatsuki using his unique skills and knowledge of the past. For example, he could teach Naruto some new jutsu that was lost over time.
If Minato time - travels, it could change a lot. For instance, if he prevents the Nine - Tails attack, Naruto would grow up in a very different environment. He might not be the underdog he was in the original story. Also, if Minato changes things during the Uchiha clan's situation, Sasuke's story would be completely different. Konoha's political situation would also be altered. There would be less animosity between different clans perhaps.
His relationship with his friends could change significantly. For example, if he travels back to a time when they were younger, he might be more protective of them. He could also inspire them in different ways, leading to stronger bonds. His relationship with his sensei might also be affected. He might be able to offer new insights based on his future experiences.
One common theme is redemption. Minato might go back in time to correct his past mistakes or save lives he couldn't before. Another theme is power - up. Since he has knowledge from the future, he can train differently and become stronger. For example, in some fanfictions, he uses this knowledge to master new jutsus faster.
Time travel can completely change their missions. They might have to redo a mission they already completed in a different way. For example, if they failed a mission in the original timeline, they could go back and try to succeed this time. Or they might have a new mission altogether because of the changes in the timeline that they caused through time travel.
A great minato time travel fanfiction is 'Time - Twisted Minato'. This story dives deep into the consequences of Minato's time travel. He not only has to deal with the changes he makes in the past but also how it impacts the future. It's a complex and engaging read that really makes you think about the implications of time travel in the Naruto world.
One great 'Minato x Naruto Time Travel Fanfiction' is 'A Father's Chance'. In this fic, Minato travels back in time to Naruto's childhood and gets to be the father he always wanted to be. It's really heartwarming to see their interactions.
In this fanfiction, Sakura might be on a mission to change the past in order to save someone important in her present. Minato could initially be suspicious of her but then come to trust her as they face common enemies. They could end up influencing each other's future and past in unexpected ways, like Sakura teaching Minato some basic first - aid knowledge that he then passes on, which changes the course of some future battles.