One interesting storyline could be Sakura joining the Anbu and having to prove herself among the male - dominated group. She might face challenges like secrecy requirements and intense training, all while Naruto is on his own journey, and their paths cross in unexpected ways during missions.
Well, Kakashi could train Naruto in combat skills specific to ANBU missions. This would include more lethal and precise attacks. He might also teach Naruto how to use different types of weapons that are common in ANBU operations. Maybe Kakashi would set up mock battles where Naruto has to face multiple opponents at once, just like in real ANBU scenarios.
Naruto could develop a more solemn side. In the ANBU, he'd understand that his actions have far - reaching consequences for the village. He'd be more of a silent protector. Shikamaru would transform into a more decisive figure. His laid - back attitude would be replaced by a sense of duty and urgency. He'd be quicker to make tough calls in order to protect the village and Naruto, his friend, while in the ANBU.
I really like 'Anbu with a Fox Heart'. In this fanfiction, the Anbu's life is intertwined with the power of the fox in a unique way. It shows how the fox's influence can change the Anbu's missions and relationships. There are great character developments and intense fight scenes.
In this kind of fanfiction, one possible plot could be that Naruto and Sakura are both in ANBU. They are assigned on a dangerous mission together. As they face various challenges, they start to realize their deep feelings for each other. Naruto's usual determination and Sakura's strong will complement each other during the mission. Their love might develop slowly as they protect each other from the enemies and rely on one another's skills.
One possible scenario in such a fanfiction could be Naruto using his new godlike powers to reform the Anbu. He might introduce new training methods that are more humane yet highly effective, changing the often dark and secretive reputation of the Anbu. For example, instead of the traditional harsh and solitary training, he could promote team - based training where members learn to trust and rely on each other more.
Sakura's character often develops more strength and independence in Anbu - related fanfiction. She has to be self - reliant in the dangerous and secretive world of the Anbu.
In some fanfictions, Naruto might leave the Anbu due to internal conflicts within the organization. There could be corruption or power struggles. Naruto, being the idealistic character he is, would not want to be part of such a messed - up system. He might have discovered some dark secrets about the Anbu that made him decide it was not the place for him.
Power and its control is also a big theme. The Kiri Anbu are powerful warriors, and when combined with Naruto's own power, fanfictions often explore how they use or misuse their powers. There are stories where they have to learn to control their combined strength to face a greater threat.
In this kind of fanfiction, Naruto might be trained in a very different way. The ANBU are elite ninjas, so they could teach Naruto some special and advanced ninjutsu skills that he might not learn otherwise. Maybe he would grow up with a more stealth - based fighting style.