Welcome one and all to my second multi-chapter story and one I plan to be epic. For those of you who can't already tell, I don't own Naruto or Harry Potter. HOWEVER, I do own my OCs. Other than that I got nothing else to say except enjoy and please review. That helps me to update faster and lets me know people are interested.
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Title: Of Magic and Chakra
Summary: At the age of ten Naruto was given his very first letter. A letter from Hogwarts. Now he goes to learn of magic and make new friends. How will this affect his life? Read and find out.
EDIT 7-7-09: Just merged first three chapters into one. Took out some grammer errors too. In all honesty it looks way longer then you'd think and better.
Prologue
"What do you mean he's a wizard?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen's voice was laced with disbelief. Although this could be excused considering that it wasn't everyday a heavily dressed man teleported into your office and introduced himself as 'Albus Percival Wulfred Brian Dumbledore', and at the same time somehow magically conjured a chair out of thin air with a wave of some sort of stick.
"I mean exactly what I said." Albus Dumbledore answered, an amused smile plastered on his face. "Naruto Uzumaki, or Uzumaki Naruto as you refer to him, is a wizard and as such eligible to attend Hogwarts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. A school where he will be able to learn how to control his powers and make friends with others of his kind."
The old Hokage suddenly felt the urge to stab a kunai through the man's head if only to wipe that infuriating smile off of his face, once and for all, but instead opted to ask another question:
"Who are you?"
Dumbledore smiled. He considered whether or not to continue getting on the old Hokage's nerves but then decided it was time to get down to business.
"As I have already explained to you, I am Albus Dumbledore, the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, a school created especially for the magically gifted. I have come to you with the proposal of a student position in our school for young Naruto." Dumbledore paused for a moment to let this sink in before continuing. "I am more than willing to answer any questions that you may have on this matter."
Sarutobi nodded and Dumbledore steadied himself for the barrage of questions:
"What exactly does your school teach?"
"More or less everything that has to do with the magical arts. Everything from potion-brewing to levitation charms. Students would start off generally but branch off in their later school years."
"Where is it located?"
"In Scotland, a place very far away from the elemental countries; beyond the ocean in fact. Do not worry, we have very safe and quick methods of transportation to send him there and get him back."
"And how long does he have to stay there?"
"For about ten months a year. Although, he may choose to return home for the holidays."
"I assume you know of his jinchuuriki status," Receiving a nod, Sarutobi continued, "Then how in the name of the Shodaime do you expect me to simply hand him over to you to go to a place far beyond my reach for ten months a year! This action is completely unprecedented!"
"Actually," Dumbledore interrupted, the infuriating smile still on his lips, "I can think of one such past circumstance."
The look on Sarutobi's face demanded answers.
"Kushina Uzumaki," was Dumbledore's simple response, though it seemed effective enough as the Hokage's face immediately turned to one of shock. "Naruto's mother went to Hogwarts in her childhood. I would like to think she would want her son to follow in her footsteps."
Sarutobi was in shock. Unable to speak for several seconds before the one thing he could think of escaped his lips:
"How did you know that?"
Dumbledore waved a wrinkled hand dismissively, "Ah well, you see, one normally does try to keep up with their favourite students after graduation, especially if that student was one of the most gifted witches to ever enter Hogwarts. Tragic she died through childbirth, though."
The look on Dumbledore's face was one of true sorrow; he truly was saddened by Kushina's death or was doing a very good job pretending.
Another thought him. He knew if the council were here they would immediately push him to agree, The sheer amount of knowledge and ability which could come from this would be a great asset to Konoha in the long run. As he already knew Naruto had aspirations to become a shinobi and would no doubt become a fine one, but with the power of magic…One could only dream of what Naruto would be capable of, considering how powerful of a shinobi Kushina was.
Sarutobi steeled himself for his response.
"I accept your offer, but only under several conditions." Dumbledore did not look surprised. "One, he will come back to Konoha during the break."
Dumbledore nodded in silent agreement.
"Two, he is still allowed to become a shinobi."
Dumbledore once again nodded.
"Three, I will send a private guard with him until I deem your school safe enough for him."
Another nod.
"And, finally, it shall be up to him whether or not to attend."
This was given a nod and a smile. Dumbledore seemed satisfied that the old Hokage was going to give Naruto's opinion some value.
Sarutobi nodded as well before giving a snap of his fingers. Two ANBU guards immediately appeared. Sarutobi noted that Dumbledore seemed slightly surprised at the speed and efficiency of the guards but managed to maintain a nonchalant look before he turned to the ANBU.
"Bring me Uzumaki Naruto."
"Whatever it is, I didn't do it!"
That was the first thing Naruto said upon entering the Hokage's office. Of course, this in turn earned him a groan from Sarutobi and a surprised but pleasant look from a strangely dressed man he could not recognize.
"Naruto…" Sarutobi groaned exasperatedly, "…You're not in trouble."
He resisted the urge to groan once again when Naruto gave him a sceptical look. Really, why couldn't the boy go through ten seconds without giving the Hokage a migraine?
Dumbledore, on the other hand, just continued to look amused.
"Naruto this is Dumbledore. He is a powerful wizard from far away and comes here with an offer for you." At this point he chose to look towards Dumbledore for help. This was a wise choice considering Naruto's perplexed look which did not bother to hide the conerns the boy had on the Hokage's sanity.
"Naruto," Dumbledore started, nodding towards the Hokage's very grateful look, "I am from a very special school for the gifted. You see Naruto, you are a wizard. And as such are invited to attend my school." Expectedly this explanation met with another sceptical look from the 10- year old boy.
"Prove it." Was the only thing he said.
Smiling Dumbledore pointed his wand at the chair he was minutes ago sitting on. After a small wave of his wand , the next thing Naruto saw was a fluttering of wings, Dumbledore smile widened at the look of childish wonder on Naruto's face as he stared wide-eyed at the doves.
"Whoa." Was all he could get out. Sarutobi chuckled.
"At my school, you will be able to learn this and more alongside your peers and friends, should you except. The choice is yours."
Naruto's first instinct was to bob his head up and down at such a speed that it would most likely fall off, but a darker thought flashed through his head.
"But how will I get shinobi training. Does this mean I can't become a ninja?" He asked worriedly.
"Not at all! You may still become one if you wish!" Dumbledore reassured. It was at this point Sarutobi decided to step in.
"With your new magical skills you will most likely be able to take on any gennin. In fact, I plan on sending private tutors with you to keep you up to date with the shinobi arts." He wisely chose to leave out that they would also be acting as bodyguards.
After Naruto immediately brighten up and attack Dumbledore with a barrage of questions, Sarutobi turned towards the silent ANBU.
Who to call in?
Seconds after the thought the answer immediately hit him.
"Bring me Kakashi and Genma." The ANBU saluted before vanishing and Sarutobi turned back to the conversation at hand.
"…and those that can't us magic are known as muggles."
"Were my parents' muggles?" Naruto asked
"I remember your mother telling me your father was a muggle and she herself was a pure-blood. By wizard terms, you would be a half-blood wizard.
"You knew my mother?" Naruto asked, surprised,
"Ah, yes," Dumbledore smiled, "Kushina Uzumaki was an exceptionally gifted witch. Talented and extremely popular as well. Best chaser Gryffindor has ever had for a century in my opinion! People will be expecting a lot from you once they hear she is your mother you should know."
"What about my father?" Naruto asked expectantly.
"Unfortunately, I did not know much about him…" Seeing Naruto's disappointment Dumbledore quickly added,"But what I do know is that he was on of the many heroes who died protecting you village from the Nine-Tailed Fox attack years ago. Both of your parents were great people, Naruto. Do not allow anyone to tell you differently."
Sarutobi smiled as he silently watched their conversation. Dumbledore was proving to not be such a bad person, at the very least. And because the students had no knowledge of the demon he doubted Naruto would be shunned or hated.
He was interrupted from his thoughts by the sound of his private guard's voice.
"Hokage-sama, they're here."
"You're kidding right?" Genma's deadpan voice cut through the then silent room. Kakashi nodded, seeming to hold the same opinion as his friend.
"No, I am not." Sarutobi grinned. He was clearly enjoying this. "You two are to accompany Naruto in his adventures in the wizarding world. And while you are there you two are to provide as Naruto's private tutors in ninjutsu, taijutsu and genjutsu."
"You expect me to believe in any of this." Genma's once again deadpanned, Even Kakashi found it difficult not to look at the Hokage like he had grown a second head.
As if on cue Dumbledore tapped the chair in front of him and once again it transfigured into a flock of doves. Naruto was no less surprised and even more awed then he was the first time.
This of course led to total chaos. After several minutes of "KAI!" and Kakashi activating his sharingan over and over again, Kakashi decided to speak.
"That doesn't prove anything." Was all Kakashi could get out.
"Perhaps if I did it to you?" Dumbledore offered with an amused twinkle in his eye.
A pause.
"Okay…magic is real…" Although even as he said it his disbelieving voice betrayed the statement, "…What if we refuse this mission?"
"Then it's a years worth of D-Rank missions for the both of you." Was Sarutobi's simple answer. Ignoring the two, now gaping, jounin he turned back to Dumbledore. "Then I suppose that's all. Thank you for your trouble Dumbledore."
"No trouble at all, Sarutobi."
Dumbledore beamed, before turning to Naruto. " I will see in a month, Mr. Uzumaki. Before I leave allow me to leave behind a present for you." With that he handed Naruto a book entitled A Modern History of Magic. "It should keep you up to date with all that has happened in the wizarding world for a while now. I suggest you study the most recent events first."
He smiled at Naruto's look of shock, which slowly morphed into gratitude as he repeatedly thanked Dumbledore, who bemusedly accepted.
"I'll be sending somebody to escort these three nearing the end of August. Have a good day, Sarutobi. Goodbye."
With that said there was a loud crack and Dumbledore had vanished.
Sarutobi allowed a smile to grace his features as he watched Naruto's retreating back through the window, He could make a great asset to the village in the future, indeed. Not only that, it would be good for him to be somewhere without the fear and resentment of the villagers…
Snapping his head out of those dark thoughts he surveyed his now empty office; Kakashi and Genma having long since left after giving their affirmative.
A sigh escaped his lips. Naruto had agreed. Kakashi and Genma were on board. Dumbledore had arranged for somebody to come by and escort the three. The easy part was over; the hard part was about to start.
It was time to inform the council.
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