There are also fanfictions where Naruto had to fend for himself a lot, but the villagers, despite their initial hostility, would unknowingly help. For example, the local store owners might give him some food when he was really in need, even if they didn't fully embrace him. And as he grew older, his friends like Sasuke and Sakura also became important in his life and kind of took care of him in their own ways.
One possible plotline could be Naruto growing up on his own, but then discovers some hidden secrets about his parents that change his perspective. Maybe he finds out they had no choice but to leave him. Another could be that Naruto, after feeling abandoned, decides to prove himself to the village in an even more extreme way, like taking on super dangerous missions at a young age.
It could be someone from the village who doesn't want Naruto to discover the truth about his parents. Maybe they fear that if Naruto finds out certain secrets, it will disrupt the power balance in the village.
In such a fanfiction, Naruto could become extremely powerful on his own. He might initially be filled with anger and a sense of abandonment. But as he grows, he could use his godlike powers not just for revenge but to protect the village that once shunned him. He may encounter his parents' spirits later and have a complex emotional encounter where he has to decide whether to forgive them or not.
Naruto would likely start as a very bitter person. But as he grows, he might realize that his worth isn't defined by his parents' actions. His godlike powers would force him to mature faster. He'd become more self - reliant and less likely to seek approval from others. Eventually, he could develop into a more empathetic character, understanding that everyone has their own struggles, even his parents who abandoned him.
One possible plotline could be Naruto's search for his parents' identity. Even though they abandoned him, he might be curious about who they were and why they left. He could go on a journey, following small clues he discovers along the way. Another plotline could be his struggle to fit in the village. Without the idea of his parents being heroes of the village, he might face more discrimination than in the original story.
The abandonment in the fanfiction could have made Naruto more empathetic. Since he knew what it was like to be alone and without family support, he might be more understanding towards others in similar situations. He may have also developed a fierce independence, always relying on himself rather than waiting for someone to come and save him. This self - reliance became a big part of his character.
In some fanfictions, it could be due to his parents being on a dangerous mission. They might have been forced to leave Naruto in order to protect him from the enemies who were after them. Maybe they thought that by abandoning him, the enemies wouldn't be able to find him as easily. Another reason could be that they were under some sort of dark magic or curse that made them act against their will. This could lead to them leaving Naruto without any choice.
It would toughen him up. Naruto would have to face the world on his own terms. He would develop a thick skin and not be easily discouraged. His view of family would be different too. Instead of having a traditional family upbringing, he would create his own 'family' with his friends. This would show his ability to adapt and find love and support in unexpected places. And his ninja skills might develop faster as he has to fight for his own survival from an early age.
In some fanfictions, Naruto may become extremely bitter. He could feel a deep sense of betrayal and this might fuel his determination to become stronger, not for the sake of the village at first, but more for self - vindication. He might isolate himself from others and struggle with his identity.