When Naruto grew up like Gaara in the fanfiction, he faced numerous difficulties. For starters, his self - identity would be in question. Naruto was always the loud, determined boy who wanted to be Hokage. But growing up like Gaara, he'd have to reconcile with a more somber and isolated self - image. His relationships, as mentioned before, would be strained. But also, he would have to face the challenges that Gaara faced in terms of his inner demons. Gaara had his mother's voice in his head, and Naruto might have something similar, a negative voice that he has to overcome. This would be a long and arduous process, especially since he doesn't have the same support system as the original Naruto, as people are now more afraid of him.
One challenge Naruto might face is Gaara's past traumas. Gaara has been through a lot of pain and isolation, which has made him distrustful. It would be difficult for Naruto to break through those barriers and get Gaara to open up. Another challenge could be the political situation. Suna and Konoha have had their differences in the past, and some in Suna might not be happy with Naruto's influence on Gaara. Naruto would have to deal with any potential political unrest or opposition from those who don't trust Konoha.
One challenge May could face while growing up is peer pressure. For example, if her classmates were into certain trends like wearing expensive clothes or using the latest gadgets, she might feel left out if she couldn't afford them. Another challenge could be academic stress. If she had difficult subjects like math or science, she might struggle to keep up with the coursework.
She might have faced some self - consciousness. Being taller than her peers could make her stand out in a way she wasn't always comfortable with. Also, in activities like group photos or school plays where height differences are more noticeable, she could have felt a bit out of place.
Growing up, they surely faced physical challenges. Their conjoined state could limit their range of motion and make it hard to do everyday activities like dressing themselves. Socially, they had to deal with being different. Some might have treated them as curiosities rather than individuals. Also, medical challenges were likely. Any health issues that affected one sister could potentially impact the other as well.
One challenge could be finding clothes that fit. Regular sizes might be too short for her, especially in pants and dresses. Another is fitting into spaces like small cars or airplane seats comfortably. Also, she might get unwanted attention or comments from people who are either envious or just rude about her height.
Hercules faced the challenge of the lion's extremely tough hide. Normal weapons were useless against it. Also, the lion was a fierce and powerful beast, so getting close enough to it without being mauled was difficult. He had to rely on his own strength and courage to corner and then overpower it.
In this fanfiction scenario, Naruto would have faced numerous challenges. Firstly, there was the matter of safety. The streets are dangerous, full of criminals and unfriendly people. He'd have to constantly be on guard. Secondly, he would have had a hard time getting proper education. Without access to schools or proper teaching, his knowledge would be limited. And finally, the lack of a proper upbringing in terms of social skills. He might not know how to interact properly with others in a more civilized setting.
It could be the influence of a powerful enemy or a dark power. Suppose there is an enemy who has the ability to manipulate emotions or a dark power that corrupts Naruto's mind. This could lead him to change his personality and become more like Gaara. For example, if the enemy makes Naruto feel alone and unloved, he may start to develop the same cold and distant behavior that Gaara once had.
One major challenge was the lack of proper medical supplies. They had to make do with what little they had. Another was the constant danger from the ongoing fighting. They could be caught in crossfire while trying to help the wounded.
Another challenge is the secrecy that Itachi has to maintain in the original story. If he becomes friends with Naruto, how does he keep his true identity and motives hidden from the other characters in Konoha? Itachi is a master of deception, but Naruto is not very good at keeping secrets. This could lead to some tense situations where their friendship is almost exposed and puts them both in danger.