One common way is that Naruto becomes more romantic. He might start writing poems or giving Sakura flowers, which is a far cry from his usually rough - and - tumble self. This is his way of showing his love for her in the fanfiction world.
He usually becomes more strategic. In the Chunin Exams, Naruto in fanfiction may start to think several steps ahead in battles. Instead of relying solely on brute force, he plans his moves better. For instance, when facing a tough opponent, he might use his clones not just for distraction but as part of a well - thought - out diversion plan to set up his real attack.
Often in fanfiction, Naruto moves on from Sakura when he experiences a major event. Say, he nearly dies in a battle and has an epiphany. He realizes that life is short and he should focus on things that truly matter. His feelings for Sakura seem less important compared to his newfound understanding of life, and so he moves on.
One common change is that he becomes more brooding. He might constantly replay the moment of the kill in his mind, which makes him seem distracted and moody to those around him.
Sometimes, in fanfiction, Sakura might use her medical skills against Naruto in a negative way. For example, if she withholds treatment or gives him a wrong diagnosis out of some conflicted feelings towards him. This is quite cruel and can cause both physical and emotional harm to Naruto.
In this type of fanfiction, a major theme is often the fragility of the male ego in the face of unrequited love. Naruto, despite his strong exterior, is broken by Sakura's lack of romantic interest. Another theme could be the idea of lost hope. Naruto may have hoped for so long that Sakura would come to love him, but when that hope is finally extinguished, he sees no reason to continue living. Additionally, themes of loneliness and isolation might be present as Naruto may feel completely alone in his unrequited love for Sakura.
Often, the theme of self - discovery is present. By changing the past, Sakura gets to learn more about herself and her capabilities. Also, the theme of preventing a tragedy is quite common. Maybe there was a big disaster in the original timeline that she aims to avoid. In these fanfictions, the exploration of the butterfly effect is also a thing. Every change she makes in the past has consequences in the future, and this can lead to interesting plot developments.
Often, he changes in his relationships. Maybe he gets closer to some of his friends, like Hermione and Ron. They could plan things together for the upcoming school year, which strengthens their bond. Also, he might have a new understanding of his enemies or those he doesn't get along with, leading to a change in how he interacts with them.
Often, Kakashi gives Naruto pep talks. He might say things like 'Naruto, you're a special shinobi. Don't let setbacks hold you back.' This simple yet effective way can cheer Naruto up.
One common theme is friendship. Since Naruto and Sakura are comrades, many fanfictions explore how their friendship deepens over time. Another theme is growth. They both grow as ninjas, and fanfictions often show their individual and combined development. For example, Sakura becoming a better medic - ninja while Naruto hones his skills.
One common theme is friendship. Since they are comrades in the original Naruto series, many fanfictions explore how their friendship can grow deeper or face challenges. For example, in some fanfictions, they have to rely on their friendship to overcome a powerful enemy.