Well, without Sasuke, the dynamics within the ninja teams could shift. Maybe Naruto would form stronger bonds with others or face unique enemies. Also, the power balance in the village could change, affecting the overall plot.
The story would likely focus more on Naruto's growth and his relationships with other characters. Without Sasuke as a rival, Naruto's motivations and challenges might be different.
Well, in the original story, their relationship is based on a deep - rooted friendship despite their differences. But in this fanfiction, the lack of trust makes them more like rivals again. They might be more guarded around each other, and their interactions would be filled with suspicion.
The fanfiction changes the dynamic by making Naruto less empathetic towards Sasuke's past traumas. In the original, Naruto could understand Sasuke's pain to some extent which led to his forgiveness. Here, Naruto is more focused on Sasuke's wrongdoings, like his attacks on the village and his actions that endangered their friends. This makes their relationship more of a stand - off, like two opposing forces.
The story would take a very different turn. The dynamic between Naruto and the rest of the characters would change. For example, Naruto might become more focused on protecting the village without the distraction of Sasuke. His relationships with other friends like Sakura might also be affected. Sakura might be disappointed in Naruto at first for giving up, but then they could bond over the loss of Sasuke in a different way.
In fanfiction, Naruto joining Orochimaru could make him a more complex character. He'd be exposed to Orochimaru's unethical practices, which could make him question the ninja world's values. He might develop a darker side, but also a deeper understanding of the gray areas. Sasuke would experience a transformation too. His relationship with Orochimaru would be a strange mix of mentorship and power struggle. He could become more ruthless, but also more calculating. His interactions with Naruto in this new setting would be full of tension and moral dilemmas.
In a fanfiction where Naruto doesn't take the Chunin Exams, the whole theme of competition within the village would be altered. The Chunin Exams are a major event that promotes competition among the genin. Without Naruto, some genin who were preparing to compete against him might lose their focus or direction. On the other hand, Naruto himself could be exploring different aspects of his ninja abilities outside the exam framework. He might discover new techniques or make new alliances that would otherwise not have been possible if he was caught up in the exam preparations. This could lead to a more independent and self - discovery - based story for Naruto, while the village and his friends deal with the consequences of his absence from the Chunin Exams.
The dynamic would be turned upside down. Sasuke would likely become more of an outcast or a loner, feeling rejected. Naruto would be in a difficult position, having to balance his friendship with Sasuke and his new relationship with Sakura. Sakura would be the catalyst for this change, and she would have to face the consequences of her actions, like dealing with the villagers' opinions and the potential backlash from Sasuke's supporters.
Naruto's personality would likely become more patient. He's always been impulsive, but with Sasuke as his partner in an arranged marriage, he'd have to learn to slow down and understand Sasuke's more reserved nature. Sasuke, in turn, might become a bit more open. His cold and distant personality could soften as he gets used to Naruto's warmth and constant presence.
It would likely become more cooperative. They'd have to communicate more often to take care of the pregnancy - related matters.
Regarding his friends like Shikamaru and Kiba, Naruto would be more accessible. As Hokage, he would be very busy, but without that role, he could spend more time with them. They could all go on more missions together as a team, strengthening their friendships in a different way than if Naruto was in a position of leadership.
Their relationship would likely become more complex. They might start to protect each other more fiercely. For example, Sasuke might not leave the village in the first place because he now has a closer family tie to Naruto. Naruto would also be more insistent on getting Sasuke to stay and see him as an important part of his family.