Perhaps in the fanfiction, Madara's neglect leads him to explore ancient and forgotten jutsu. He could use these newly discovered powers to show the ninja world what they've been missing by ignoring him. This could involve him making a grand display of his strength to gain the respect he believes he deserves.
Another storyline could be that Madara, being neglected, starts to question his own motives and the cycle of hatred in the ninja world more deeply. Instead of immediately seeking revenge or power, he tries to understand the root causes of his situation and how he can break free from the cycle that has led to his neglect. This might involve him having deep philosophical conversations with other characters who have also faced similar feelings of being overlooked.
Maybe in the 'naruto neglected iwa fanfiction', there's a story where Iwa has a secret technique that could have been useful in the great ninja wars, but because they are neglected, they are not invited to share this knowledge. As a result, a young Iwa ninja goes on a journey to find a way to make the other villages recognize their worth and the importance of their techniques.
One possible storyline could be Naruto growing up feeling isolated and constantly seeking validation. He might strive harder in his ninja training to prove himself, not just to the village but also to the memory of his father. Another could be that he forms stronger bonds with other outcasts in the village, like Rock Lee, who also had to overcome challenges.
Another storyline could involve Naruto's sister being trained more rigorously by the village elders because they see more potential in her. Naruto, feeling neglected, then goes on a self - discovery journey to find his own strength outside the village's traditional training methods. As he grows stronger, his sister realizes the mistake of the elders and tries to make it up to Naruto.
One possible storyline could be that Madara, with his godlike powers, tries to find a way back to his own universe. Along the way, he meets characters from the new universe who either help or hinder him.
Sasuke could be a main character as well. Given his own experiences of being an outcast and having a thirst for power at times, he could relate to Madara in some ways. They might form an unexpected alliance or have a rivalry based on their shared experiences of feeling neglected or misunderstood in the ninja world.
One possible storyline could be Naruto exploring the village and finding a surrogate family among the outcasts. He might bond with them over shared experiences of being shunned. Another could be Naruto trying to prove his worth to his neglectful family by achieving great things in the ninja world, like becoming Hokage. Or perhaps he discovers a long - lost relative who actually cares for him and they go on a journey to make his family recognize his value.
In this type of fanfiction, a likely scenario is that Naruto's sisters are favored in terms of education in ninjutsu. Naruto, being neglected, might have to find alternative ways to learn. He could end up befriending an old and wise ninja who takes him under his wing. This mentor could teach Naruto unique and powerful techniques that his sisters are not exposed to. As Naruto becomes stronger, his family starts to notice him, but by then he has already formed his own identity separate from their expectations.
Another storyline could involve the female Akatsuki member using Naruto's situation of being neglected to her advantage. She could try to convince him to join the Akatsuki, promising him a place where he would be valued. However, Naruto would have to struggle with the moral implications of joining a group that is considered evil. As the story progresses, he might end up changing the Akatsuki from within instead.
Well, he could start to explore the reasons behind his parents' neglect. Maybe he uncovers some dark family secrets that were the cause. This could lead him on a path of either revenge or forgiveness. He may also get involved in a conflict that has larger implications for the entire ninja world. And as he faces these challenges, he slowly transforms from a bitter, neglected child to a more self - aware and powerful individual.
Perhaps he's been influenced by someone who gives him bad advice. For example, if someone tells him that natural talent is enough and training is overrated. Also, he could be dealing with some personal problems, like a conflict within his family or among his friends that takes up all his time and mental energy, causing him to neglect training.