Welcome to the Stars

by IceNinjaSogeki

What if the Kyuubi wasn't actually a demon. What if there was more to the sealing that only Minato and the fox knew. What if the Kyuubi no Kitsune was really the Original Reaper? Naruto/MassEffect :Naru/Hina with possible Shika/Tali

1. The Scroll

Welcome to the Stars Ch.1

Authors Note: I would like to say that this is my first Fanfic so please tell me how I am doing.

Disclaimer: I do not own anything here. Not Naruto. Not Mass Effect

Chapter One: The Scroll

"Normal Talking"

'thinking'

^memory/flashback^

"YELLING"

Locations

*Demon/Reaper Talking*

(Character Actions)

Naruto's Rooftop

I'M SO BORED!

This shout could be heard across all of Konoha. "Naruto, Do you have to be so loud while I sleep?" Shikamaru groaned as he sat up from his hourly nap. "heh, sorry Shikamaru, it's just been too quiet ever since the war ended." Naruto commented as he sat down next to Shikamaru on the roof of the Namikaze estate.

Naruto fondly remembered how he acquired his new home. After the war ended, Naruto told Tsunade that he knew about his heritage. Sighing, Tsunade filled Naruto in on all of the details the apparitions of his parents had not. She also gave Naruto the Keys to the Namikaze estate.

"I agree, it is calm compared the rush and chaos of war. But remember that a lot of people died too, some that we will never be able to forget." Shikamaru said as he remembered all of his friends that died in the war.

^Start memory^

Naruto remembered returning from his lengthy fight with Sasuke and Madara. He knew that now that the two biggest threats of the enemy army were dead that the battle would be easy. He walked through the barracks exchanging greetings with many shinobi. He passed the List of Casualties.

The list not only said the deceased's name but also if he or she had done anything major before passing. He scanned the list for any familiar names. 'It's not like my friends could be defeated, they are too strong' Naruto thought as he scanned the list, looking only at last names mumbling them as he went through the list. "...Isuri... Ivoli... Hanto... Haruno... Himosh- wait, what?"

Naruto froze. 'no, this can't be right' he thought. He checked the name again. Naruto's world shattered. The teammate he had grown to consider as a sister was listed clearly on the casualty list. Listed next to her name was that she had not only saved countless lives out in the front lines, but she had also taken Sasori and Lady Chiyo down. "no, impossible, she could have healed herself no" Naruto whined on the brink of tears. He continued to search the list and to his horror, found more familiar names. "No, not Kiba and Akamaru too." Naruto could barely manage to speak at this point. The Inuzuka pair had managed to take out multiple platoons of the white Zetsu clones before being taken down by Kimimaro. "no... Sniff...this can't be right," he shouted in denial as he ran from the list of fallen comrades, tears in his eyes.

^End Memory^

"Hey, Naruto. Naruto? NARUTO!" Shikamaru woke Naruto from his memories. "huh? What's up Shikamaru?" Naruto asked completely oblivious to the ANBU that was standing on the roof. Shikamaru simply pointed to the ANBU with a cat mask. "Naruto, the Hokage wishes to see you." the ANBU stated. "aww but I don't want to see Grandma Tsunade right now" Naruto complained. "She also told me to tell you that it has to do with both your father and the Kyuubi" the ANBU continued.

Naruto grew stiff at the mention of the Kyuubi. His friends all knew about it but it still was a tough topic to talk about. He was glad that his friends still cared for him even though he had a demon sealed into him.

"I'll see her right now, later Shikamaru" Naruto said as he ran off to the Hokage tower to meet with Tsunade. "troublesome" Shikamaru groaned as he went back to sleep.

Hokage Tower

Tsunade had learned that it was a bad idea to have a meeting in the immediately after the time she sent an ANBU to get Naruto, as Naruto would be likely to burst through the doors at any given time.

As is on cue, Naruto burst through the doors and ran up to The Hokage's desk. "what is it Grandma Tsunade? What did you find?" Naruto asked with uncontrolled excitement. "calm down and sit down Naruto" Tsunade sighed as she felt a headache coming on. She took a sip of her Sake. Naruto sat down to listen. "I found a scroll that your father, the fourth Hokage, wanted you to have once you mastered controlling the fox's chakra. I assume you are familiar with a blood seal." Tsunade explained as she handed the scroll to Naruto. Naruto nodded as he took the scroll.

Naruto bit his thumb and smeared some of his blood onto the seal. He then focused some chakra into the seal. The seal faded away, allowing Naruto to read the contents.

"Naruto, if you are reading this then you have mastered learned to control the Nine-Tailed Fox's chakra. I designed the seal to allow you to be able to confront Kyuubi. To actually be able to hold your own against Kyuubi, let alone defeat him is a great feat and you should be honored. Sealed into this scroll are two things; First is a mission scroll for an S-Rank mission that you and two other capable shinobi are to be given. This mission should not be taken lightly, as it could easily take multiple years to complete. I cannot go into details but you and your team should probably tie up any loose ends in the village. The other thing is a note for the current Hokage, whoever is currently in the position. The note should only be read by the Kage. As advice from father to son for picking your team, pick the two people who are your closest friends but are still varied in combat styles. I am sorry for the burden I forced upon you Naruto but soon you will understand why.

Love your father, the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze."

Naruto was in shock, he had just been assigned a mission by his father. "here, I will unseal the storage seal here and..., Grandma, these are for you," Naruto said as he excitedly opened the seal and gave Tsunade its contents. "I'm going to go find some people, you read the notes, and I'll be back in a bit" Naruto said.

Konoha Streets

Naruto wandered the streets of the village toward. His favorite ramen stand, Ichiraku's ramen. "hey, old man, I'll just have my usual snack" Naruto called into the ramen shop. "oh Hey Naruto, what are you doing here?" Naruto heard a familiar voice ask as his food was delivered. "oh just thinking about a mission I have, I need to pick two of my friends to go on a really long mission with me." Naruto replied. "If I were in your position I would take Shikamaru and someone who is good at close range. Shikamaru could help you plan for whatever it is you are doing" Teuchi responded as Naruto devoured his ramen. "thanks old man, I think you are right. Well I have to go, see you when I get back" Naruto shouted as he ran off towards the last place he saw Shikamaru, his roof.

Namikaze Compound Roof

Shikamaru sneezed, multiple times, awakening him from his nap. "why do I have a feeling that My life is about to get a lot more troublesome? And that Naruto is directly responsible" he groaned to himself. Before Shikamaru could fall back asleep, Naruto arrived. "Hey, Shikamaru, are you awake? I need your help." Naruto Shouted as Shikamaru sat up. "Let me guess, Lady Hokage gave you some high ranking mission and you are recruiting a team? If that's it then sure I'll join you..." Shikamaru guessed lazily. "actually that just about sums it up, that's great Shikamaru" Naruto commented, dumbfounded by Shikamaru volunteering for something. "I wasn't done; I'll join you, if you bring Hinata with us. I can figure out what she said to you during Pain's invasion, so I want you to talk with her." Shikamaru explained, shocking Naruto.

"well, ok that works for me, let's find her. Any idea where she is?" Naruto asked Shikamaru. "just one" Shikamaru commented "training with Shino" he finished. The both ran off to find Hinata.

Meanwhile at the Hokage Tower

"...… What was this Minato? Why are you telling me about some creature that kills everything natural, it sounds more like a myth than an actual being? You better have a good explanation for this "Tsunade was only halfway done reading the note addressed to her and she was already completely confused. Minato's note had explained about a creature that he referred to as a Reaper. The description of them seemed to be completely insane. Just one could be the size of a village or larger. Tsunade began to read more of the note and then it hit her like a ton of bricks. "no, that's impossible. There is no way that..." she slowly was putting the pieces together and began to understand the true purpose of the mission she was about to send Naruto and his team on.

Training Ground 42

Shino was trying to find a way to have his insects be involved in element based techniques without killing them in the process. Hinata was helping him direct his chakra better by using her byakugan. It was because of this that she noticed Naruto and Shikamaru approaching. "Shino, Naruto and Shikamaru are coming, let's take a break." she suggested.

Shino called in insects back to let them rest. Naruto ran up to Hinata and Shino while Shikamaru slowly walked up. "Hey Hinata, I need you to go on a mission with me, and Shikamaru." Naruto explained as Hinata blushed slightly. "I would be happy to, what type of mission is it?" she asked, excited about having a mission with Naruto. Naruto, seeing her excitement, replied "oh it's just an S-Rank mission that could take a few years. My fath... Hey, Hinata, are you ok?" Hinata froze. All that went through her mind was 'S-Rank!...FEW YEARS!...Naruto!' Hinata slumped over and passed out.

"heh, I think I broke her" Naruto laughed. "hey Shikamaru, can you help me, we need to get her back to the Hokage tower to be given our mission instructions. I'll take her head, you get her legs." Naruto instructed. Shikamaru picked up Hinata legs and Naruto picked up her upper body. "Later Shino" Naruto shouted as they carried Hinata towards the Hokage tower.

Hokage Tower

Tsunade had finished reading Minato's note and didn't know what to think. 'How could Minato have done this, it could have been done in such a safer way, for the village and for Naruto.' just as Tsunade finished her thought Naruto and Shikamaru opened the doors, carrying hinata. 'intresting teammate choice' Tsunade thought.

"before we go over the mission, we need Hinata awake," Tsunade said as she walked over and used a medical based technique to wake Hinata up. 'where am I?' She wondered. Then everything came back to her. "oh I'm sorry for fainting lady Hokage" Hinata spoke timidly." its ok Hinata" no harm done" Tsunade replied.

Tsunade opened the mission scroll and began to read." the contents of this mission are top-secret, and will be given to Naruto and his team at a secret location. Please forgive me Hokage but it is vital that only the three ninja on the mission know what is actually going on. To get to the secret location, all Naruto needs to do is focus some of his chakra into the Clan Crest at the Namikaze compound. His teammates will need to hold on to him as it will only work with a Namikaze's chakra. Hidden inside the crest in a transport jutsu that will transport the group to their briefing location. All that can be said from there is to follow the lights." Tsunade finished.

"hmm, why did we waste time walking here when we could have just been at the compound the whole tine?" Shikamaru asked. ", ANBU, go find all of this groups friends and family and tell them to meet out front of the Namikaze clan compound." Tsunade ordered. The ANBU left and Tsunade turned, to the group of three, "go prepare your gear, you should leave soon. I'll meet you At the Namikaze clan compound. Dismissed" Tsunade ordered the team. The three left to prepare their gear for their journey to the unknown.

Namikaze Compound, A Few Hours Later

A fair sized group had gathered outside the Namikaze Compound. They were all wondering the same thing, 'why the heck are we here.' the group comprised of; Shikaku Nara, Hiashi Hyuuga, Hinabi Hyuuga, Kakashi, Kurenai, Choji, Ino, Shino, TenTen, Neji, and Rock Lee.

Soon, Tsunade arrived with Naruto, Hinata and Shikamaru. They were dressed in their full combat gear. They walked towards the Namikaze Clan Crest where Tsunade was waiting for them. She then silenced the crowd. "I know you all are wondering why I called you here to The Namikaze Clan Compound, and also why these three (Points Towards Naruto, Hinata and Shikamaru) are here dressed for battle. The answer is simple. I found a scroll That contained an S-Rank mission. This mission was Authorized by our Fourth Hokage and specifically required that Naruto lead it once he was deemed capable. They may be gone for a few weeks, they may be gone for a few years, or you may never see them again. I Called you here to give you one last chance to say goodbye" Tsunade finished.

With Hinata

Shino and Kurenai were the first ones to make their ways over to Hinata. " wow Hinata, your going on a long term mission with him, maybe now you two Can have that talk that you keep putting off" Kurenai teased." but Hinata, be safe I wouldn't be able to take it if we lost you too" Kurenai said, hugging Hinata. Then Shino spoke "if this does turn out to be your last mission, it was an honor being on your team. But I hope that you do return to tell us how it went" Shino said showing a smile. "thank you Kurenai sensei and thank you Shino. I hope to see you both again." Hinata then walked towards her father and sister. "this is... Unexpected Hinata, but I hope that you and your team are successful. I hope you return safely (hugs Hinata) I'll miss you my daughter" Hiashi told Hinata. her sister, Hinabi began to speak" I know you'll be fine sis, I just want to know everything that happened between you and Naruto when you get back". Hinata then hugged her sister. She then returned to the crest to meet with her team.

With Shikamaru

Shikamaru was approached by Ino and Choji. "Shikamaru, I'm surprised that you would actually decide to do a mission that takes this much effort" Ino joked" I'll miss you too Ino" Shikamaru responded with a laugh as Ino hugged him. After Ino let him go, Shikamaru turned to Choji. "Choji buddy, it has been great having you as a teammate, I promise I'll come back in one piece" Shikamaru told Choji. "got it, when you do get back, teach me how to play shogi ok?" Choji answered as Shikamaru smiled. "sure buddy" Shikamaru responded as he walked away from his teammates and began to talk with his dad." you don't need to say anything, Shikamaru, I'm proud of your decision" Shikaku Told Shikamaru. Smiling Shikamaru responded "thanks dad" as he walked back to the Namikaze Crest.

With Naruto

The entirety of team Guy approached Naruto. TenTen began "Well it's good to see you Naruto, I wish you luck on your mission" she said as Lee cut in"YOSH! I'M SURE YOUR MISSION WILL BE FILLED WITH YOUTHFULL EXCITMENT!" Lee shouted. "uh thanks lee, and thanks TenTen." Naruto replied. Then Neji began to speak "I wish you the best of luck on your mission but it comes with a warning; if anything bad happened to Hinata on your mission I swear that I will cut your balls off." Neji warned Naruto. "I'll keep that in mind Neji, hey Kakashi sensei I'm over here." Naruto said as he saw Kakashi. "Naruto, you have been my best student, so please be sure to survive this mission, I wouldn't be able to bear the thought of losing my whole team." Kakashi told Naruto. "Kakashi sensei, have I ever lost when it really mattered? But thanks "Naruto said smiling as he went up to the crest with his team.

The Namikaze Crest

"now that that's done, are the three of you ready?" Tsunade asked. "yes" they answered together." then Naruto, activate the seal." Tsunade instructed. "I thought you would never ask, Hinata, Shikamaru, grab on its time." Naruto shouted as he began to pump chakra into the crest. The crest began to glow as Naruto continues to add chakra to the Crest. Suddenly there was a Flash of Light. when the crowd looked at the crest again the team of three was gone. Hinabi turned to her father and asked "Does our Crest do that too?" Hiashi could only laugh.

Unknown Location

Inside a dark Metallic room a seal sat painted on the ground. It began to glow and then it gave off a flash of light as it dropped three shinobi into the room. "where are we?" Naruto asked. Suddenly a hologram computer screen in front of them turned on. The words PLEASE FOLLOW THE LIT HALLWAYS was visible on it. "weird" Shikamaru commented.

Lights in one of the hallways near them began to turn on. "let's follow the lights" Hinata suggested. "I agree, we can't turn back now." Naruto agreed. Another Hologram screen appeared saying I HAVE WATCHED YOUR PROGRESS FOR LONGER THAN YOU KNOW NARUTO. "looks like you have a friend Naruto" Shikamaru said jokingly. The lights turned to the right and the group followed.

Another screen appeared, this one saying, YOU EACH ARE POWERFULL. THIS IS WHY I NEED YOUR HELP. "Why not show yourself then?" Naruto shouted out to the screens. The screen changed to say AS YOU WISH. the lights came on to reveal a small circular room with an oddly shaped door, inside the room, there were three chairs facing a cylindrical holographic screen.

"let's sit, what's the worst that could happen?" Naruto suggested. "I agree, maybe this thing can explain our mission to us" Shikamaru replied. Hinata simply nodded. The three sat in the chairs. At once restraints appeared from the chairs and restrained them. The door slammed shut and they knew something was wrong.

Naruto could feel the fox's chakra leaving his body. "This isn't good; I can Feel the Kyuubi escaping!" Naruto shouted. "Oh Crap, I can't get out of this restraint, Hinata, What do you see?" Shikamaru asked Hinata. At this point Naruto was entering a full out panic. Hinata activated her byakugan and was astonished to see the fox's chakra entering the central screen. "Naruto, the Kyuubi's Chakra is flowing to the screen in the middle, it isn't escaping, the Chakra is being drained!"Hinata shouted. Then it stopped, Naruto had about half of its power left. "what just happened?" Naruto asked in fear.

"I came home" a voice boomed as the screens flashed to life. The Fox's face visible on the screen. Naruto looked furious "why escape now? If you wanted to kill us then why not jus..." "Stop, allow me to speak" Kyuubi boomed. "Naruto, let's listen; we don't know what it will say" Shikamaru explained.

"I will explain to you your mission and my origin. Your mission is to confront a race of sentient Starships known as Reapers. These Reapers destroy all life once every 50,000 years. They will be arriving within the year. I have waited for you to be ready Naruto, because once you were able to tame my power, you became useful in the fight against them. One moment, I'm going to launch the pod and activate its signal to the Normandy." the fox then disappeared and a very loud bang was heard, followed by the entire chamber shaking violently. "What just happened?" Shikamaru asked. "it would be better for you if you could see it." the fox said. The cylindrical screen flashed to life and the fox returned. A window near each ninja opened, the restraints loosened and then retracted away. The three cautiously rose and looked out the window.

"what the heck?" they said in unison as they saw the leaf village from the top view. "that's Konoha, but that's impossible." Shikamaru said. The three looked out their windows and say their home getting smaller, when they looked up; they realized where they were going. "Congratulations, you are the first Ninja ever to leave the planet referred to as Kisari. You probably will not be the last. I have looked into the recent events of the galaxy and sent a beacon directly to a ship that will best help our cause" the fox explained. "and that cause is?" Shikamaru asked questioningly. "to defeat the Reapers. You three will have more success than the ship that will pick us up but they will be necessary in the mission."

"excuse me, what did you mean when you said your origin a bit ago?" Hinata spoke up. "ah yes I almost forgot, I am going to reach you about everything you three need to know to fight the reapers, from the other species in the galaxy, to how you can use what you call chakra to fight better, and of my origin. Where to begin, I know." the fox paused then with a toothy grin he said "I am Kyuubi. The Original Reaper"

Authors Note:

So, what do you think? I'm new to this so give me any feedback you can.

But please no Overly Negative comments, I'd like to know what I can do to make this better, depending on what I get will determine if I continue the story or not.

By the way, in this, Hinata has lost most of her shyness and stuttering due to her fight with Pain though she still is shy around Naruto, also, tell me I you all think I should add the Honorifics or not.

One last thing; I plan to have Naruto, Hinata and Shikamaru each fight vaguely similar to one of the six classes from Mass Effect what do you think of;

Naruto =Adept (sage mode rasengan techniques remind me of it)

Hinata=Vanguard (Gets up close to enemy ant disables them)

Shikamaru=Infiltrator (he would probably use the cloaking for invisible naps)'

As I have said Many times, Tell me what you think