Well, in an AU where the ninja world is more modernized, Minato could be a scientist - type ninja. He would be more focused on research. Kushina might be a diplomat, using her charm and intelligence to make deals between villages. Their characters change to fit the new AU scenario, and it's really interesting to see how their relationship also evolves in these different settings. For instance, they might argue more about scientific ethics in Minato's case or diplomatic strategies in Kushina's case.
In some AU fanfictions, Minato might be less confident. For example, if he didn't have his natural talents, he could be more of a struggling ninja. Kushina could be more shy instead of her feisty self if she had a different upbringing.
In an AU where there is no war, Minato may not have become the heroic figure he was in the original story. He could be more laid - back, spending more time with his family. Kushina might be more into art or something peaceful. Their personalities shift because they don't have the same pressures as in the original Naruto world. This also affects their relationship, like they might have more time for romantic getaways or family vacations in this AU.
One great Minato and Kushina AU fanfiction could be 'The Alternate Life of Minato and Kushina'. In this fic, they might be in a world where the Nine - Tails attack never happened, and they get to raise Naruto in a peaceful Konoha. It shows their family life in a different light.
Many fanfictions show their relationship as one of mutual respect and admiration. Minato is often portrayed as being attracted to Kushina's strong will and red - hot hair, which is a symbol of her fiery personality. They start as friends, training together and gradually realizing their feelings for each other.
Minato would probably be very proud. He might notice Naruto's use of his own jutsu and be impressed by how Naruto has developed his skills. Kushina would be more emotional, maybe crying at the sight of Naruto growing up so well.
In such a fanfiction scenario, the village of Konoha would be affected too. Minato is a respected figure. His abandonment could cause a scandal. Naruto might not have the same level of protection from the village elders. This could lead to different power dynamics within the village. Maybe other ninja clans would try to take advantage of Naruto's situation. Also, Kushina's family might react in various ways, some might try to find Minato and some might focus on taking care of Kushina and Naruto.
Well, in some fanfictions, the moment when Minato sacrifices himself to save the village while Kushina is already dead is extremely emotional. It shows his selflessness and also the love he has for the village and his family. Also, the flashbacks in some stories about their early days together, like when they trained together as young ninjas and slowly fell in love, are really sweet and emotional.
The story would change a great deal. For one, Naruto wouldn't have the same connection to the Nine - Tails as he does in the original. Minato sealed the Nine - Tails into Naruto, so without that relation, the whole dynamic of the Nine - Tails within Naruto would be different. He might not have the same power - up moments related to the Nine - Tails.
If Minato and Kushina abandon Naruto in a fanfic, it could lead to a much darker Naruto. He might grow up more jaded and bitter. Without their love and support, he could be more easily influenced by negative forces. Maybe he'd have a harder time believing in friendship and loyalty, which are such important themes in the original story.
Jon Snow could be portrayed as more open to new experiences and emotions in the lemon AU. His character may develop a more confident side when it comes to his relationship with Sansa. Sansa's character may change in that she is more in control of her own desires and not as influenced by the opinions of others. For example, she could be more forward in expressing her love for Jon. This is different from her more cautious and proper self in the original series. The lemon AU gives the writers the freedom to explore these different aspects of their characters.
Some fanfictions might revolve around alternate universes where Minato and Kushina have different fates. Maybe in one, they are both more powerful than in the original story and change the entire landscape of the ninja world. These stories often offer unique takes on their characters and the Naruto universe as a whole.
One interesting fanfiction could be about Minato and Kushina's relationship before Naruto was born. It might explore how they fell in love and their hopes for the future. Another could be a story where Naruto discovers some hidden secrets about his parents through some magical or mysterious means. Maybe a time - travel fanfiction where Naruto goes back in time and gets to meet his parents when they were young.