Naruto has a big secret, he isn't the dead last he appears to be. But why would he show that before he is ready to deal with the stones the council loves placing in his way? The Sandaime, having opened his eyes will do his best to make sure that Konoha will retain the Will of Fire. Smart / Strong Naruto

They were confused. He ran through the trees better than the best Elves. He punched harder than the strongest Uruk-hai. He was faster than a starving Hobbit near food, and he was only mildly annoyed when the Balrog set him aflame. Gandalf was just as lost. After all, he LOOKED like a Man... (Currently undergoing rewrite to upgrade quality and make you peeps love it more)