Naruto's friendship with his teammates Gaara and Haku is put to the test as they prepare to deal with the threat of the Akatsuki. The secrets Jiraiya has kept come to a head, and Naruto must shoulder the responsibility of protecting much more than the Leaf Village. Continuation of Forlorn. AU NaruHina, GaaSaku, NejiTen, ObiRin

Iwa and Konoha have hated each other since the third great ninja war. What happens when events unfold that forces Iwa's most promising Kunoichi and Konoha's number one most surprising ninja to spend time together? Will they be able to overcome the hatred that shackles their nations or are they destined to be enemies forever?

When Naruto is given a gift considered legendary even in a world where walking on water is a daily occurrence for some, will it lead him on a path towards peace or will the consequences of said gift leave a hole in his heart too large to fill?

After a life-changing event, Naruto meets Kurama early and they become partners...even good friends. With a better outlook on life, he meets many who want to join him and help achieve their dreams and goals together. Among those friends are many beautiful women who have realized just how important he is to them. Smart/Strong Naruto. FemKyu. Implanted Sharingan. NarutoxHarem

They say small changes can make all the difference, so what if the Wave mission didn't end as it was supposed to? How much could that small alteration change the outcome of Naruto's legend? The results would surprise even the wisest. Stronger/Smarter Naruto. NarufemHaku. Shōton Naruto. Good Sasuke. Enjoy! M for language and possible lemons. Will be epic-length.

Naruto is running home after "training" when he catches the scent of pine trees and dogs, and a bit of something else and he decides to find out what it is.

One life changing decision early in Naruto's life has startling consequences further down the line. What changes? What cannot be changed?