In this fanfiction, the story might take a darker turn. Natsu is like the heart and soul of Fairy Tail in many ways. Without him, there could be a sense of gloom in the guild. However, this could also be a catalyst for change. Characters like Wendy could step up more. She might start to explore and master her dragon slayer magic in ways she hadn't before. And the relationships between the characters would shift, perhaps becoming more complex as they deal with the absence of Natsu.
Natsu's character development in this fanfiction might involve him becoming more responsible. With his end form, he has greater power and with that comes the need to use it wisely. He could start to think more about the consequences of his actions. For example, he might not rush into battles as blindly as he used to. Also, his emotional growth could be a part of it. He could become more in tune with his feelings towards his friends, especially Lucy. His loyalty to the guild could also deepen as he realizes his new form can be a great asset to protect Fairy Tail.
Often, Natsu becomes more confident. With the Dragon Force, he realizes his greater potential, which boosts his self - assurance.
The story could also revolve around how the guild members' relationships change. For instance, Happy might not be as cheerful without Natsu around. And the guild as a whole might become more united in trying to find a replacement for Natsu or trying to figure out how to move forward without him. They could start to explore different parts of the magical world to find new allies or magic that can help them in their battles.
One reason could be that the author wants to create an alternate universe where Natsu has a different path. Maybe in this fanfiction, he has a prior commitment to another guild or group that prevents him from joining Fairy Tail.
Well, in many fanfictions, their relationship might start with Natsu being a bit in awe of Mavis as she is a very important figure in Fairy Tail's history. Natsu, being his brash self, might initially make mistakes around her but gradually learns from her wisdom. As time goes on, he could come to respect her even more deeply and they might form a bond where Mavis becomes like a guiding light for Natsu in his adventures and growth within the Fairy Tail guild.
Well, without more context, 'her' could be any number of characters. It might be a new character created for the fanfiction. Natsu might want her to join Fairy Tail because he sees potential in her magic abilities. Fairy Tail is all about accepting people with different powers and making them part of the family.
Some fanfictions depict their relationship evolving as they participate in guild - wide events. For instance, during a festival or a celebration in the guild, they might have a conversation that reveals new aspects of their personalities to each other. Over time, these small interactions build up, and they become closer friends, or in some cases, the relationship might take on a more romantic undertone as the fanfiction writer chooses to explore that aspect.
Natsu would likely become more responsible. Taking care of a baby is no easy feat, and he'd have to learn things like being gentle and patient, which are not his usual strong suits. This would be a big step in his character growth.
If Natsu is a girl in this fanfiction, her character might change in terms of her relationships. For instance, she may be more self - conscious about her appearance compared to when she was male. Also, her interactions with male characters like Gray could shift. Instead of their typical rival - like banter, there could be a more complex emotional undertone, like a friendly - rivalry with a hint of romantic tension perhaps.
Emotionally, Natsu could become more empathetic. If he meets characters in the dark guild who had a difficult past that led them to the dark side, he might start to see things from their perspective. This doesn't mean he would support their actions, but he would understand them better. For example, if there's a character in the dark guild who was orphaned and turned to dark magic for survival, Natsu might feel sympathy for them and try to offer an alternative path rather than just attacking them. This would show a more mature and compassionate side of his character that wasn't as prominent before.