Sent from the village into the safety of obscurity, Naruto is raised with vastly different ideas of how life should be. When his happy existence undercover is destroyed, he'll stop at nothing to eliminate the threat that stole him from the world he prefers over the one he is being shunted toward. But the demon fox in his belly has another plan for him and a bargain he can't refuse.

AU reboot of the entire SAO storyline, beginning from the premise that Kayaba Akihiko was obsessed with magic and Norse Mythology rather than swords and pure melee. As a result, he created the Death Game of Alfheim Online rather than the floating castle of Aincrad—a world in which PvP is not a crime, and the nine player races are in competition to escape. **SPOILERS IN REVIEWS**

Death was not an option. His only salvation was to create a world where he could watch his family live happily. A world where he could stay in peace. A world where humans did not hate each other. Maybe he could. His family seemed to have utmost belief in him. Yes, Naruto's always been different. Different from the other Uchihas. Sharingan and Rinnegan Naruto. Godlike Naruto.

Senju Hashirama's dream to unify all of the warring clans of his country under one village remained just that; a dream. Generations later, the ninja world still consists of pure clan affiliation. Enacting peace through understanding has fallen to the side. A catalyst is needed for any kind of change to occur, and it is all found in a little boy... for better or for worse. AU.

It was their last, desperate gambit. Their last hope. They pinned everything on a prayer that he could save them...and now...he's not even sure if he can make it count anymore.

Naruto was born with hair as red as his mother's, but with a face and intellect that paralleled his father, the Fourth Hokage. Will the revolution he brings be the world's salvation or destruction?

Uzumaki Naruto grew up with lofty goals, guts, and determination. Instincts of a born fighter made him grow; duty to his home drove him. As the battle lines begin to blur, he must find a way to reconcile all he's ever known with the man he hopes to become. Large AU.

Naruto's training trip with Jiraiya bore great results, right? Maybe not so obvious results. What if there was a catalyst that shifted the goals of the training trip? How will it change the world if Naruto's focus shifted from the Kyubi to his actual skills? Let's find out. (Starts after Sasuke Retrieval Arc and continues onward).

While exploring the Team 7 training ground, a young Naruto happens to stumble across a strangely shaped kunai embedded in a tree. Years of frustration and deciphering later, he finally cracks the fuinjutsu formula hidden along the handle to surprising and painful results. History is rewritten as the descendants of the Otsutsuki clan are finally all gathered onto one team.

A small twist of fate made him aware of his heritage; unsealing the legacies his parents left behind. Graduating from the academy at age seven, he's well on his way. He found a kindred spirit in Uchiha Itachi, and his cousin Shisui's along for the ride. They're on the path to unsealing the legacy left by their ancestors, both the dark and the light. Next chap teaser in AO3.

At the end of the 4th Shinobi War, things don't go quite as planned for Naruto forcing him to make a sacrifice in order to bring the peace that he had been destined for.

Kazuto was always exceptionally talented, but limited by his own idea of kindness. Having been corrected at an early age, he excels through life without much of a purpose. Now trapped in a rather gruesome death game of his own choice, he will attempt to break though it as Kirito, the famed Prince of Swords. Kirito/Multi

Character study. An accidental meeting brings Zetsu into Naruto's life as his tutor. With Zetsu trying to sway Naruto to his own philosophy of "the only one you can rely on is yourself", Naruto discovers that the world isn't as black and white as his tutor is, that there are at least two sides to every story, and that he has a lot to learn. Hinted NaruIno and NaruTen; grey!Naruto

Chance meetings can sometimes change a life. But who would have thought that just by meeting a cute girl at the train station, Kazuto's life would change this much? (Kirito/Harem)

After witnessing what it means to be a real shinobi Naruto decides that it's time to take off the kid gloves and get serious. A mist has begun to fall over Konoha, and in its hazy depths waits a new Demon, one who will honor the man that opened his eyes.

Overwhelmed by the Kyuubi's malicious chakra in Nami no Kuni, Naruto slaughters indiscriminately. Sakura's blood isn't even dry under his fingernails when the council pressures the Sandaime to dispose of their unstable jinchuuriki. Shimura Danzo offers a different solution, for the price of one Uchiha Sasuke. AU - Co-authored with The Jingo.

Becoming a pro gamer was like a double-edged sword. He loved the perks, but hated the fame. Now in the world's first VRMMORPG, Sword Art Online, Kirito is sought out by fans once more. Now trapped inside the game with death looming over there shoulders, players need his skills more than ever. There is only one problem though. Kirito is a solo player, and plans to keep it that way.

Naruto is many things; troublesome, wild, unpredictable, adventurous, untamable, unique. But there's a benefit to being wild and unpredictable; no one has the faintest idea what you're going to do next. NarutoHarem

"Don't lie to him" Shikamaru felt the need to say, "He's observant". Ino felt her nose rumple in disbelief. "Is he?" she frowned, wondering if the Nara was joking. "Since when?" "Since always." He paused. "Especially with things that catch his interest."

A chance collision early in Naruto's life will irrevocably change the path he takes; what happens when Naruto's views are shifted before even his dream to become Hokage? Where will his new path take him, and how many strings will he pull or threads will he trip over along the way? Puppeteer!Naruto.

Some monsters are born, others are created, some redeem themselves, others have to be redeemed; but the worst monsters are those that were never monsters to begin with. A child's mind is a fragile thing; it will only take so much. The question is, what does it take to put back together?

Really, how much can small things affect the world? Little things like the colour of someone's hair? Their Mentor? Maybe... their date of birth?

No one has ever been able to become a true Bijuu, Jinchuuriki or otherwise. Naruto is the first one to achieve this, despite not being used for the sealing. But, how will Naruto be affected by this turn of events?

Being born into the prestigious Uzumaki clan had always been a matter of pride for Naruto. However, losing his village to the flames of war changed everything, Can he still continue to protect the last remnants of his clan? Can he find them a new home? Can he still strive for truth and peace in the chaotic ninja world? Strong/Kekkai Genkai/Red Hair Naruto. (NarutoXKonan pairing)

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?

When Naruto sees Sasuke seemingly sacrifice himself for him at wave, he awakens the Rinnegan. See how its power affects his destiny. Strong Naruto.

ANBU!Naruto. Drafted into ANBU at a young age, Naruto is guided to the path of a Captain. Leader of Team Sigma, the Hokage's Personal Guard, Naruto will lead his team and defend his Village to the best of his ability. Threats besiege the Land of Fire from all sides, and only Naruto stands before them...

Hinata witnesses Naruto's mistreatment at a very young age, and it changes her. How, you ask? Let's just say those who mistreat the blonde will be in for a rude awakening... NaruHina, more info in opening A/N

AU. The Uzumaki Clan was wiped out during the Third World War. Some of them managed to allow their children to escape such a fate. In particular, an Uzumaki woman with very close ties to the Hidden Mist village. Could her child grow up to make a difference? How does one's life turn out growing up in the Bloody Mist Village? Let's find out.

A single act of kindness can ripple outward, like a stone cast into still water. When Naruto is taken in by Iruka at a young age, his life changes in ways he never could have imagined. From the untold days of Naruto's youth, small ripples will become waves to alter the destinies of those around him. AU rewrite.

All decisions impact the future just the same, be it minor or major. Repairing Orochimaru's damage was one and when Jiraiya decides to ask Naruto one question one month before the finals, he changes his attitude towards Naruto and instead brings about what Naruto was always meant to be, a truly strong Shinobi.

They called her lazy, apathetic, and amoral. They also said she was, by turns, too smart and too dumb. She liked to think she was funny. None of them were wrong. OC/Self Insert

Naruto's goal of earning the title of Hokage seems hopelessly out of reach as he find himself without a trainer for the Chunin Exams. This feeling of hopelessness turns to a deep seeded desperation when he finds himself completely outclassed by his opponent. However desperation is a dangerous thing that has poisoned the minds of many, and desperation only attracts vultures.

They say the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. So how far does a leap get you? This is the story of Uzumaki Naruto, abandoned by family and disregarded by everyone else. Tired of being used, now he holds all the cards.

In unity lies strength; each leaf is important or the beauty of the tree is lost. Some bonds, however, are difficult to forge and even harder to keep. The tide of blood nears, drums thunder, and three Genin stand tall as the world spirals into madness. [AU]

Naruto had a problem. He had no one to train him for the chunin exams, but more importantly, he had no one in life there for him that would also judge him. So naturally he was desperate. Yet you know what they say... "Desperation only attracts vultures."

Naruto always enjoyed discovering new places and locations in Konohagakure. One night, after entering a cave, he decides to venture inside only to find the most beautiful waterfall he had ever seen. Once inside the cave, Naruto finds a lone rock that contained black markings. Thinking nothing of it, Naruto touches the black marking. What happens then no one could ever predict.HIATU

One decision can change the world, but it's not as easy to change it back again. To his shame, Itachi saves his brother at the cost of losing his village. Now the shinobi of Konoha are enslaved or scattered, hearts full of vengeance but bereft of hope. As for Naruto, he is finally acknowledged... by Madara. When the battle lines are drawn, how will he know where to stand?

Upon their return from the Chuunin Exams in Suna, the Konoha 12 find that their home has been destroyed, all it's people gone. How will they survive in the brutal shinobi world, without their families, with only each other for support?

What if Naruto had been selected for a different team? What if he'd had a different mentor? Who would guess the consequences would be so large?

When it becomes obvious that the long lived line of Uzumaki would be at risk, what would the only surviving Uzumaki elder do to preserve her family line? Join Naruto and Mito on a journey of reunions and farewells, as Naruto scours the elemental lands searching for something that long eluded him, himself. Begins after the Tsunade Retrieval Arc. Fuinjutsu!Naruto, ChakraChain!Naruto.

During the battle on the bridge in Wave, when Naruto used Kyuubi's power, Nine-Tails felt something he detested: Sasuke's new Sharingan. Discovering that something was preventing his host from reaching his full potential, he did the math. Results? He will give a small helping hand to his host so that he could surpass the Uchiha. /SmartishNaruto, rating may go up. ON HIATUS

Sasuke was not really happy with his team. The shy Hyuuga, and the laziest person he'd ever known where not people he'd have picked. But he never expected how a blue-eyed, blond-haired, and newly minted jonin would transform them all into a true team. A journey in a dangerous world, and a fight to get out from the shadow of his brother, the Godaime Hokage Itachi Uchiha. AU

AU. Naruto and Shikamaru's lives take an unexpected turn. Follow the eccentric hero and the lazy genius on their journey to become legends. Chapter 53: Naruto and Shikamaru are in more trouble! Will they even reach Mizu at this rate?

Getting picked on and pushed away by everyone around you growing up can really change one's perspective on the world. Tired of all the loneliness and harassment, Naruto decides to take a stand and move forward, intent on changing the way people think of him, no matter how tough and troublesome the road ahead of him will be.

After a terrible tragedy where Naruto is almost killed, The Kyuubi awakens within him and attempts to take him over. Does Naruto have the will required to fight off his demon and can the Hyuuga Princess help him? Non-Cannon, Briefly contains OC's, semi-OOC Naruto (Doesn't go dark or angst or etc.)

He wasn't a Sage. He wasn't Minato Namikaze, or Rikkudo Sennin and never would be. He was just Uzumaki Naruto. He STILL wasn't the one to mess with. Akatsuki didn't realize when they set out to take the Kyuubi from him…but they'd figure it out eventually. The Samurai too. They were a pretty bright bunch, right? Non-Slash. AU. Rated M for safety.

Tsunade's death sets off a chain reaction that disillusions Naruto's perception of the shinobi world and forces Hinata to abandon her faith in love and become her own person. Sometimes, love destroys more than it creates. Can they reclaim their old dreams and achieve their new ones when they're partnered in the ANBU? A redemption story. Eventual god-like Hinata.

The final battle in the Land or Iron begins as the lone Sanseirei leads the Bijuu against those who would hunt them down. Chapter 45 updated. Warning, several lemons throughout the story. I have lost all control over my life.

Naruto Uzumaki is one of the strongest ninja in the world today. But everyone has their limits. Can he survive ANBU or will it defeat him first?

Six years after the Fourth Ninja War the world still isn't peaceful. What will Konoha do against an unknown enemy with strange powers and a familiar enemy who is still after revenge when their overworked trump card is sick of being used, irritated by Konoha's hypocrisy, and tired of the endless fighting? Naruto X Hanabi with hints of Naruto X Sasame (mostly one-sided).

There are storm clouds swirling on the horizon, the nations are marching toward the inevitable...its been nearly three years and Uzumaki Naruto returns with the swell of the blood tide.

"Her face. I remember her face." A boy trained to kill is brought into the light. Grey, different Naruto heavily stealth based and Root trained, but not in the traditional sense. How will he cope with that most dangerous of foes: emotion?

After Naruto managed to retrieve Sasuke, instead of acknowledgment he was ostracized by the very people he vowed to protect. Now, as a chunnin, great changes will occur as Naruto manages to join one of the most respected organizations within the village, proving everyone how wrong they all were. Black Wolf masked Anbu Naruto!

It comes a time in one's life when a decision has to be made, even if it's completely against what you wanted in the first place. After Asuma's death by Akatsuki, Uzumaki Naruto takes responsibility for what happened and makes a decision that would certainly benefit the entire village, even if he wasn't there to see it.

The eve after Kyuubi's attack, Konoha is low on strength. The council agrees to turn Naruto into a living weapon. But years later, after Sarutobi's death, will Konoha's weapon continue to defend it? Or will he poise his blade to carve out their throats?

Might Guy trades Neji and Tenten to take Naruto and Hinata on his team. Can he take this group of misfits and turn them into a team of geniuses...or will he be forced to give up wearing spandex forever? Naruhina LeexAyame

What would've happened if Naruto was given a book of Fuinjutsu. Well the outcome is quite simple He becomes The God of Fuinjutsu. NaruXHina, Sasuke bashing, but not until sometime later in the story. Based on what Kushina said about the Uzumaki clan.

Meet Uzumaki Naruto, the number one prankster ninja. He lives in Konoha...and has a dark secret so large that NOBODY knows, not even Naruto.