If Naruto and Kushina were the same age, Naruto might develop more of an empathetic side earlier. Since Kushina was known for her strong will and compassion, being around her could make Naruto more in tune with his emotions. He might not be as reckless as he was in the original story because he'd have Kushina to balance him out.
Kushina, on the other hand, might become more confident in her leadership abilities. With Naruto by her side, she'd have someone who always believes in her. They could learn from each other's strengths. For example, Naruto's never - give - up attitude could inspire Kushina to be more persistent in her goals. And Kushina's wisdom could help Naruto make better decisions.
In a same - age scenario, both of their characters could develop a different sense of family. Instead of the traditional mother - son dynamic, they'd be more like equals. This could lead to a more fluid and less hierarchical relationship. They'd support each other in different ways, and their growth as characters would be intertwined. Their experiences would shape them in ways that are unique to this fanfiction concept, such as how they handle the pressure of being Uzumaki in a world that sometimes fears their power.
Well, in the original series, Anko is more of an older, experienced ninja in relation to Naruto. But if they are the same age, their relationship could start as a more equal footing. They might be rivals from the start, constantly trying to outdo each other in training. For instance, they could compete to see who can master a new jutsu faster.
He would likely become more self - reliant. Without Minato and Kushina's guidance, Naruto would have to figure things out on his own. He might make more mistakes at first, but those experiences would toughen him up.
His character would be more confident. Growing up with parents, he'd have that support system. He wouldn't be as desperate for attention as he was in the original. Instead of seeking validation through pranks, he'd get it from his family. His ninja skills would also develop more smoothly as he'd have Minato's direct training from an early age.
He might be more self - assured. Kushina's love and guidance would give him a stronger sense of self - worth. So instead of constantly seeking approval, he'd be more focused on his own growth.
In the original story, Naruto and Konan have very different paths and limited interaction. But if they were the same age, they might become friends early on. Maybe they would train together and influence each other's fighting styles. For example, Naruto could learn some of Konan's paper - based techniques, and Konan could be inspired by Naruto's never - give - up attitude.
Naruto's character would likely be more confident. With Kushina by his side, he'd have someone to constantly affirm him. He might not have the same desperate need for recognition from the village. His skills could develop faster as Kushina could train him. He'd also have a better understanding of his Uzumaki heritage earlier, which could shape his identity in a different way.
A fanfiction could explore their shared experiences growing up. Maybe they both had a difficult time in the ninja academy for different reasons. Naruto because of the Nine - Tails and Kurenai perhaps because of her own family or social pressures. They could bond over these shared hardships.
If Naruto had Saiyan heritage, his character would develop with a new sense of pride. Saiyans are known for their warrior spirit, and Naruto might become more focused on proving himself not just as a ninja but as a Saiyan - ninja hybrid. He could be more reckless in battle, relying on his newfound strength, which would force Sakura to be more of a voice of reason. Sakura, on the other hand, might develop a bit of envy if Naruto gets all these cool Saiyan powers at first. But eventually, she could use it as motivation to train harder and develop her own unique skills.
In this fanfiction scenario, Minato would not have the same kind of paternal - like relationship with Naruto. Instead, they could be rivals in love for Kushina's affection. Minato would also have to prove himself not just to Kushina but also to Naruto. Their relationships would be a web of competition, friendship and budding romances. It would be a completely different story from the original, with different power dynamics and emotional entanglements among the three characters.
She would become more responsible. Naruto was always a bit of a free spirit, but as a mother at a young age, she'd have to grow up fast. She'd be more cautious in her actions as she has a child to think about. For example, she wouldn't be as reckless in battles.