Maybe Naruto is put in a situation where he feels that Hiruzen's way of handling things is the best option. For instance, if there is a major crisis in the village that requires a more traditional and experienced approach, Naruto might choose to act like Hiruzen. Also, he could be influenced by the stories he has heard about Hiruzen and wants to fill his shoes in a way.
In a fanfiction of Hiruzen's daughter and Minato, perhaps Hiruzen's daughter is initially in awe of Minato's skills. Minato, on the other hand, is kind and respectful towards her. Their relationship could develop when they are paired up for a special mission. During the mission, they learn to trust each other completely and start to have feelings for one another. This could lead to a beautiful love story set in the world of ninjas.
One possible scenario in a 'Naruto Saves Hiruzen' fanfic could be that Naruto uses his newfound powers. Maybe he has mastered a new jutsu that allows him to turn back time briefly. He then uses this power to go back to the moment when Hiruzen is in danger. Naruto's quick thinking and his never - give - up attitude would be highlighted in such a fanfic.
Perhaps Naruto discovers a prophecy that Hiruzen will be in danger. So, he starts to train extra hard to be able to face whatever threat is coming. When the time comes, he uses his speed, which he has enhanced through rigorous training, to reach Hiruzen before the enemy can land a final blow.
One aspect that could be delved into is their different leadership styles. Hiruzen was more of a traditional leader, while Tsunade brought a new perspective. Fanfiction might show how they interacted regarding village policies and decision - making. For example, they could have had debates on how to handle the ninja academy or allocate resources.
Perhaps in this fanfiction, Naruto has some sort of special power or transformation that he unlocks just in time to face Orochimaru. It could be related to his Nine - Tails chakra in a new and unique way. He uses this power to break through Orochimaru's defenses and save Hiruzen. Naruto might also use his knowledge of Orochimaru's weaknesses that he has learned either from Jiraiya or from his own past encounters with Orochimaru's minions.
These interactions might also be important in terms of character development. For Tsunade, her relationship with Hiruzen could help her overcome her past traumas and hesitations about taking on the role of Hokage. And for Hiruzen, it could be a way to leave a lasting impact on the village through Tsunade.
I'm not entirely sure specifically as it depends on the individual work. But generally, it might involve creating fictional stories centered around characters named Naruko and Hiruzen. It could explore their relationship, adventures they might have together, or different scenarios in a made - up universe.
There's a fanfiction I read once that explored how Kushina's fiery personality and Hiruzen's wisdom could combine to solve a major crisis in the village. It was really interesting to see how the author developed their characters and the unique bond that formed between them.
One challenge is the time gap between their eras. Sakura is from a more modern time in the Naruto series, while Hiruzen is from an earlier generation. So, it can be difficult to create a believable scenario where they interact in a way that doesn't seem forced.