Another scenario might be physical abuse. His parents could be shown as using force against Naruto for minor mistakes. This would not only cause him physical pain but also make him fear his own parents. It could also lead to Naruto being more rebellious in some ways, as a form of self - defense mechanism.
Well, if we look at the 'Naruto gets his parents back fanfiction', Naruto's character development might take a different turn. Instead of relying solely on his friends and mentors like Iruka and Kakashi, he'd have his parents' direct guidance. His father, Minato, could train him in advanced ninjutsu. His mother, Kushina, could give him all the motherly love and care he was deprived of. This would likely make Naruto more confident and perhaps a bit more relaxed as he wouldn't have that deep - seated longing for family anymore.
A possible plotline is that Naruto tries to hide the abuse from his friends and the village. He is afraid of being judged or rejected if they find out. However, as time goes on, the signs of abuse become more and more obvious. His friends start to suspect something is wrong and eventually, they discover the truth. This could lead to a series of events where Naruto's friends try to help him, and Naruto has to learn to trust them and accept their help to heal from the trauma of the abuse.
One common theme is Naruto's struggle for self - worth. Since his family is abusing him in these fanfictions, he often has to fight against the low self - esteem they cause. Another theme could be the search for true friends. Naruto, being abused at home, might be more desperate to find people who will accept and love him outside of his family. Also, there could be themes of revenge or forgiveness. He might either want to get back at his family for the abuse or find it in his heart to forgive them in the end.
It could make him very distrustful at first. He might have a hard time believing that others truly care about him. For instance, when his friends try to be nice, he might think they have ulterior motives.
In the original, Naruto's relationships are mainly with his friends, teachers, and the village. But in this fanfiction, his relationship with his parents, which is non - existent in the original, becomes central. This completely alters the way we perceive Naruto and the world he lives in. It's a significant deviation from the source material that allows for a very different exploration of Naruto's character.
One possible start for the 'Naruto gets his parents back fanfiction' is that there is a discovery in an ancient scroll. The scroll contains a spell that can bring the dead back under certain conditions. Naruto, being the curious and determined ninja he is, decides to try it out. Or perhaps, in a different dimension, Naruto's parents are still alive and through some strange portal or rift, they are able to return to the Naruto world.
In this type of fanfiction, Naruto could have a different attitude towards authority. As his parents are neglecting him, he might not have that natural respect for figures of power. He may question the village's system more. Also, his dreams of becoming Hokage could take on a new meaning. Instead of just seeking recognition, it could be a way for him to create a family - a village where no one is neglected like he was by his parents.
His emotional side would be deeply affected. He might be more guarded and less likely to show his true feelings easily. He would see the world in a more cynical way at first. But as he grows, he could use his experiences to become more empathetic towards others who are also alone or neglected. For instance, he could start reaching out to orphaned kids in the village. His journey to becoming Hokage would also be different. Instead of having the typical family - inspired motivation, it could be a way to rewrite the story of neglect in his own life and in the village.
Well, on one hand, it broadens the scope of the fandom. It allows for different interpretations of Naruto's character and his backstory. It can inspire fanart and more in - depth discussions about abuse and its effects. But on the other hand, it can be a bit of a shock to the system for fans who are used to the more light - hearted or heroic view of Naruto. It might also attract some negative attention as some people might think it's too dark or inappropriate for the Naruto franchise.