He could be a peacemaker. Shikamaru, known for his calm and rational thinking, might try to end the clan wars through diplomatic means. He could hold secret meetings with clan leaders, using his intelligence to persuade them to lay down their arms.
As a strategist, he would be invaluable. He could lead his clan's military forces, coming up with elaborate battle plans. For example, he might set up traps for enemy clans using the terrain to his advantage. His shadow jutsu could also be used to great effect in spying on enemy movements.
Shikamaru could also be a reluctant hero. Maybe he gets dragged into the clan wars against his will, but as he sees the destruction and chaos, he decides to take matters into his own hands. He could start by gathering a group of like - minded individuals from different clans to form a sort of resistance against the senseless violence.
Perhaps Shikamaru finds himself in the middle of a power struggle between two major warring clans. He has to navigate the complex politics, trying not to take sides directly at first but eventually realizing that one side is more just than the other and uses his skills to help them win. He might use his shadow - based jutsu in creative ways on the battlefield to turn the tide of battles.
I recommend 'Warring Clans: A Naruto Tale'. This fanfiction does an amazing job of showing the different fighting styles of each clan. It also has some unique takes on how the relationships between the clans were formed and broken during that time. It's full of action and drama.
The mystery. In the Warring Clan Era, there are so many secrets about the clans, their jutsus, and their grudges. Fanfictions in this era often explore these unknowns.
One common theme is changing the past. Since Naruto travels back in time, he often tries to prevent the tragedies that led to the long - standing enmities between the clans. Another theme is the clash of values. Naruto comes from a more modern - minded era in the Naruto world, and when he enters the warring clan era, his ideas about peace, cooperation, and power are very different from those of the people there.
The main conflict could be Naruto's struggle to fit into the very different social and cultural norms of the Warring Clan Era. As a time - traveler, she has modern ideas and values that might clash with the more traditional and clan - centric views of that time.
The theme of love and sacrifice also pops up. Fem Naruto may fall in love with someone from a different clan, which adds more complexity to the story. And in some cases, she has to make sacrifices for the greater good, like giving up personal relationships or even her own safety to try and bring peace to the warring clans.
Gender in Shikamaru fanfiction can also impact the way his intelligence is perceived. If the fanfic makes Shikamaru female, some might write that she has to work twice as hard to be recognized for her smarts because of gender biases in the Naruto universe. On the other hand, it could also open up opportunities for different character development. For instance, a female Shikamaru might use her femininity in some situations to her advantage while still being the strategic genius we know. This can add layers of complexity to the story and make it more engaging for readers.
Well, there's 'Time Traveler Naruto: Warring Clans Edition'. In it, Naruto finds himself in the middle of the chaos of the warring clans era. He has to quickly adapt and figure out how to use his powers in a world that is much more brutal and unforgiving than his own time. It's really exciting as he forms alliances with some clans and tries to outwit the more hostile ones.
Naruto is likely to be the catalyst. He has the influence and the will to bring together the scattered Uzumaki members.
Female Harry could become an influential outsider. Since she has different powers and a different background, she might be able to influence the politics in a way that no one in the Naruto world has thought of. Maybe she could form alliances with certain clans based on mutual interests. For instance, if a clan is interested in learning about her magic, she could offer knowledge in exchange for support in the political arena. She would have to be careful though, as there are always those who would oppose any change or outside influence in the clan politics.