As he grows up, Naruto could become very angry. He might develop a sense of abandonment and this could fuel his determination to become stronger. He would want to prove himself to his mother, wherever she is. In this fanfiction, his anger could be a driving force in his character development.
Well, it might be about Naruto growing up without Kushina's presence. Maybe he has to face challenges alone and discovers things about his mother in the process.
I think Minato could also be a main character. As Naruto's father, he might play a role in Naruto's life even though Kushina is absent. He could be a guiding figure or a source of mystery for Naruto, especially if Naruto discovers things about his father in relation to his mother's absence.
One possible reason could be that Kushina was forced to leave Naruto due to some external threat she thought would endanger him more if she stayed. For example, if there were powerful enemies after her and she feared they would use Naruto to get to her.
Well, if Naruto and Kushina left Konoha in fanfiction, it would change a great deal. Naruto would not have the same relationships with his friends like Sasuke and Sakura. He might develop different fighting styles as he wouldn't be trained by the same people in Konoha. Kushina, being a strong kunoichi, could train Naruto in her own unique ways. And their departure could also cause a stir in Konoha, with some people trying to find them and others realizing the mistakes they made in how they treated Naruto and his family in the past.
One possible plotline could be Naruto's struggle with abandonment issues. Since Kushina left, Naruto might have a harder time finding his place in the village. He could become more withdrawn and have to fight even harder to prove himself. Another could be the search for Kushina. Naruto might embark on a journey to find out why she left and try to bring her back.
It could be someone who took advantage of Kushina's leaving. Maybe a rogue ninja who wants to use Naruto's vulnerability to their advantage. They could try to turn Naruto against the village by making him believe that the village drove Kushina away.
The plot could develop in various ways. For one, Naruto's power growth might accelerate as he and Kushina explore different regions and learn new techniques. They could also encounter old enemies of the Uzumaki clan, which would add a new layer of conflict. Maybe they'd find a lost Uzumaki village and help revive it.
Another aspect could be that the fanfiction delves into how Kushina's presence affects Naruto's relationships with others. For instance, his relationship with Sasuke could be different. With a strong maternal figure in his life, Naruto might be more stable emotionally and be able to approach Sasuke in a more understanding way, which could potentially change the whole dynamic of their rivalry and friendship.
One possible reason could be for his safety. Konoha is a well - protected village with many skilled ninja. She might believe that leaving him there would ensure he has the best chance at survival and growth as a ninja. Also, she may have some mission or obligation that forces her to leave him behind, perhaps something related to the greater good of the village or the ninja world in general.