Naruto: Son of the Demon

Blanket disclaimer: I do not own Naruto, Batman or Teen Titans

AUTHOR'S NOTE:

Nope, I'm not dead. Real life has had me very busy and I just haven't had the time to write. In this story Naruto fills the role of Damian Wayne, son of Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul. His origin is a bit different and he knows chakra and some jutsus but aside of that anything goes. The timeline is quite different from DC canon (which I am not an expert on) in that Dick Grayson and Naruto are roughly the same age (16-17) rather than Dick being older as well as other things. Many of the characters and locations are based more in the cartoons of Justice League, Teen Titans, etc. because that's where I learned of them first. Starfire (being a case in point) is very different in the comics and the cartoons so expect her to be somewhat awkward with the odd speech patterns from the cartoons.

My main sources for information are the DC Database and Narutopedia. Here is Chapter 1. Enjoy!

Chapter 1

La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles, California, United States

A young blonde man emerged badly injured from a place he was meant to die in; a pitch black grave known as the La Brea Tar Pits. He was mauled and burned. His azure left eye was open and his right was swollen shut. He saw tourists nearby pointing at him in surprise as well as a Ranger and let himself drift into the blackness of unconsciousness…

...

Flashback…

"…You managed to wound me boy…" said the bloodied Slade Wilson as he towered over Naruto's broken body. "You even nicked an artery. I'll give you credit. Few enemies have ever threatened my life." The villain kicked Naruto in his broken ribs causing him to fall into the tar. "I don't know who sent you but if you survive this then come find me…Otherwise rest in the tar pits with the fossils."

As Naruto slowly sank into the black muck; his open blue eye flashed hatefully. He hissed; "You'll regret not killing me Deathstroke the Terminator…"

Deathstroke turned away and said, "Heh; what an interesting boy…"

Flashback end…

Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center; Intensive Care Ward

Several days later Garfield Logan (also known as Beast Boy) looked at the mangled pile of wreckage that went by Naruto and said, "This guy took on Slade alone and lived to tell about it..? He must be pretty damn strong…"

"I'll say." agreed Victor Stone (AKA Cyborg) who was scanning the blonde with his cybernetic eye. "His body is healing at an incredible rate. He's some kind of metahuman. I wonder who he is."

Beast Boy shrugged and replied, "Robin is on it so we'll know soon enough."

Titan's Tower, Jump City, California

"Naruto Uzumaki…All I have is a name." Dick Grayson; also known as Robin; was looking over the data that he found on Naruto's person to try to identify the unknown metahuman. There was honestly very little to be found on the blonde. The tar had destroyed almost everything. There was a partial driver's license issued in Gotham City as well as a Private Investigator's business card. Both were inconclusive. As far as Robin was concerned; Naruto was still a John Doe. Worse still Dick couldn't find any records of a Naruto Uzumaki anywhere in the vast resources that the Titan's Tower databases had access to.

As Robin looked through the blonde's belongs he found few other items of interest. 'This Naruto character had Kevlar body armor and chain mail of eastern origin but all his weapons and gear were lost in the tar pits. The only identifiable things on him were within this melted wallet.' That was when he noticed a photograph of a gorgeous redhead tucked away in the wallet that was partially destroyed. Dick's eyes widened because he recognizedthe girl in the picture. "…Barbara Gordon?!"

Koriand'r (AKA Starfire) rushed in after hearing Dick yell out. "Robin; are you all right?!" called the alien girl. "I heard you yell all the way from my room."

Batman's former sidekick was slightly panicked and said; "I think Barbara may be in danger!"

That was when Raven entered the command room and asked, "Who is this Barbara person?" The telepathic girl could tell whoever it was; Dick was very worried about her.

Robin replied, "Ummm…Barbara Gordon is an old friend of mine from Gotham City…"

Starfire felt a twinge of suspiciousness and asked, "Friend Robin; who is she to you exactly?"

"She's my ex…" whispered Dick to himself. "I mean she's just a really good friend! I've known her for years." he added lamely. It was obvious to the girls he was hiding something.

Raven rolled her eyes. "If you think she's in danger then why don't you just give her a phone call?"

Robin sweat dropped. 'Why didn't I think of that…?'

Gotham City, Commissioner James Gordon's Residence

Barbara Gordon was checking over her fighting gear she used in her persona of Batgirl. The crimefighter was working on some ideas to improve on the combat capabilities of the uniform when she got a video call from her former teammate/partner, Dick Grayson. The redhead activated the screen and saw his pale face. She asked, "Dick; are you alright? You look all out of sorts."

Robin sighed in relief. "I just wanted to check on you Barbara. I found your picture on someone and I thought you might be a target. The man's ID says his name is Naruto Uzumaki. Have you heard of him?"

Batgirl raised an eyebrow. "Of course I've heard of him. He's my boyfriend." Seeing Robin's deer in the headlights look; she asked irritably, "You two didn't get in a fight did you?"

Dick quickly held his hands up and said, "No, no! He was in a fight with Slade Wilson."

"Deathstroke?" asked the redhead. She saw Robin nod and growled, "I told that dummy not to investigate Wilson but he said it was just a job to do…" Her voice turned to worry. "How badly was Naruto hurt?"

Robin quickly related what he knew and concluded with, "…So your friend Naruto is in pretty bad shape."

The redhead took a deep breath. "I'm on my way out there. Can you guys put me up in the Titan's Tower for a couple of weeks? I need to be there for Naruto in case he tries to go after Slade Wilson again."

"Is he nuts?" asked Dick incredulously.

Barbara gave Robin a withering glare and said, "No; he is just very determined like most of the hard-headed men I know."

Sweat dropping and realizing the battle was already lost; Robin asked, "…So when will you be arriving in Jump City Barbara...?"

Wayne Enterprises Surgical Hospital, Jump City, California

Naruto awoke three days later wrapped up like a mummy. He smelled various chemicals and found he was in an unfamiliar place. The blonde heard the soft sounds of someone typing on a keyboard to his right. He was in sterile bandages from head to toe and had several casts and braces. 'I'm in some sort of hospital…' thought Naruto. Then he inhaled deeply and smelled the sweet fragrance of his redheaded girlfriend.

The typing stopped and Barbara Gordon's voice said quietly, "I can tell you're awake Naruto. I always can. I've been worried sick about you."

The blonde sagged guiltily at the hurt in her voice. He said hoarsely; "I'm sorry Barbara. How long have I been out?"

"You left Gotham City nine days ago." she replied. "You were in the Los Angeles County Medical Center when I arrived. I had you transferred down to the Wayne Enterprises Surgical Hospital here in Jump City so no one would discover you are a metahuman with a massive healing factor. You're still covered in bandages but I'd lay odds you are healing up quickly."

Naruto smiled and made a fist with his right hand. Chakra crackled up and down his arm and the bandages were ripped away by the energy. He felt his muscles ripple with power and looked at his now exposed right arm. Naruto's freshly re-grown skin was pinkish and there were no signs of injury to be seen. He grinned at Barbara showing his lengthened canine teeth.

She smiled at his antics and said, "Now if only I could get you to stay out of trouble."

"Look who's talking." quipped Naruto.

"Touché." replied Barbara with a glitter in her green eyes.

Beast Boy and Starfire came down to Naruto's hospital room discussing the situation. "Robin seems awfully upset that his ex is involved with this Naruto character. Who do you think he is?" asked the green skinned teen.

The red haired Tamaranean girl looked slightly worried and said, "Friend Robin thinks that Naruto may be dangerous. We have no records on him except what our new friend Barbara has provided."

'But how do you feel about it Star?' wondered Garfield. Coming to Naruto's room; he knocked lightly on the door. He heard nothing at first but then a feminine moan came from within the hospital room. Beast Boy blushed but Starfire walked right in and saw Barbara and Naruto standing up engaged in a passionate lip lock.

The golden skinned alien girl watched the heated actions of the pair for a moment before turning to the beet red Garfield and said, "It seems they are beginning the rituals for mating. We should come back later when they are done."

Beast Boy face palmed as Naruto and Barbara turned towards them in a mixture of embarrassment and irritation. The redhead buried her face in her lover's chest and Naruto fixed Beast Boy with a baleful glare that froze Garfield in his tracks as Koriand'r dragged him out of the room.

"Jeez, I haven't been glared at like that since I met Batman." said Beast Boy with a shiver. "This Naruto dude is hardcore."

Two days later; Naruto had fully recovered due to his healing factor and was released from the hospital. His spiky blonde hair had yet to completely grow back in and it looked like he had a military buzz cut. He and Barbara were walking through the park in Jump City smiling and holding hands. The redhead was chuckling as she rubbed the top of Naruto's head. "Here I was going to buy you a wig or some Turtle Wax polish for your skull but even your hair grows back so quickly. Too bad."

Naruto rolled his eyes at Barbara's antics and smiled. "I'm so lucky to have such a caring sweetheart of a girlfriend…"

"You'd better believe it Mister!" replied the redhead brightly. She hugged him and said, "Let's sit down in the shade."

Nodding; Naruto led her over to a bench where they sat down. "Not much like Gotham is it?" asked the blonde. "I wish things would never change."

"But you can't stop the change." said a deep feminine voice behind them.

The two teens whirled around and saw a slender Asian woman in a black long coat and Barbara recognized the interloper immediately. "Sandra Wu-san …what an unexpected pleasure." 'Shit! We can't take on a hit woman the likes of Lady Shiva!' thought the redheaded crimefighter.

"You're a long way from home Barbara Gordon." said the assassin. "…But my business is with Naruto here." She slowly pulled a sheathed katana out of her long coat and said, "I believe you misplaced this near the La Brea Tar Pits Naruto Uzumaki. You should be more careful."

Naruto's eyes crackled with chakra and he said, "Thank you Lady Shiva. I'll be more mindful with my belongings in the future. Is there anything else…?"

Shiva smiled coldly and said. "Call your Mother when you can. She is anxious to hear from you."

"Am I a target?" asked the blonde.

The assassin shook her head. "No. You badly wounded Slade Wilson and lived to tell the tale. It's actually impressive for a boy your age." She turned away and said, "Farewell."

Naruto sighed in relief after Lady Shiva departed. He checked his katana and sheathed it before turning to Barbara who was quietly watching him. He knew she was upset. The question was how upset she was. The redhead stated; "I'm waiting."

The blonde asked, "What do you want to know?"

Her green eyes locked with his azure pools. "Everything. How do you know Lady Shiva and do you know what she is?"

Naruto replied, "Lady Shiva was one of my…mentors that taught me hand to hand combat after I returned from my training in Japan. She is an associate of the League of Assassins and is one of the most deadly unarmed combatants alive."

"So you're a member of the League of Assassins?!" asked Barbara. Seeing Naruto nod sadly she took his hand and said, "This is too much. Let's just go to a hotel and forget who we are. I need you. We'll talk about this in the morning…"

Infinity Island, Indian Ocean, Base of the League of Assassins

Ra's al Ghul was talking with his daughter Talia al Ghul. The beautiful brown haired woman was furious. "Father; did you order my son to assassinate Slade Wilson?!" she asked shrilly. "He isn't ready for that kind of challenge yet!"

Her Father said, "And yet he injured Wilson badly enough to cause the man to go in for surgery."

Talia was ready to explode. "It was nearly at the cost of Naruto's life!"

Taking a paternal tone; Ra's a Ghul replied, "Calm yourself Talia. I didn't give the order. I wouldn't put my precious heir in that kind of danger before he is ready." Seeing his daughter relax a bit; he added, "I'm looking into who gave the order. They will be dealt with accordingly…While we're on the subject though; I'm very impressed with Naruto's performance in this matter. He is an amazing boy."

"He is destined to be great." agreed Talia. "…Assuming he lives long enough! This sloppy handling of the situation is just why the League of Assassins needs stricter controls on it Father."

Ra's al Ghul frowned. "Don't push me daughter. Through this hardship; Naruto will only grow stronger…"

...

Seaside Resort Hotel, Jump City, California

Barbara woke up in the morning with her head lying on Naruto's chest. Last night had been…mechanical. She and Naruto were generally very passionate and joyful when they made love. But the night before had been emotionless, animal rutting. Naruto had a sad look in his eyes all night long. The redhead shifted slightly and Naruto gently squeezed her. "Please don't leave me Barbara. I love you."

Her green eyes widened slightly when she realized the blonde said it in his sleep. She nuzzled him and whispered, "I won't leave. I love you too. We'll work things out somehow."

His grip lessened and she felt her lover's body relax. She felt her own body lose its tension and fell back to sleep in Naruto's arms…

Around noon the two lovers woke up and were lying in each other's embrace talking about their current situation. Naruto explained; "I was raised by a Master Ninja in Japan from when I was three years old. When I was thirteen I was taken back by the League of Assassins and trained by several Masters including Lady Shiva for a time. When I turned fifteen I started taking missions and moved to Gotham."

"Then all of the business about you being a Private Investigator was a fabrication?" asked the redhead.

Naruto shook his head; "No; I needed a real job to cover my activities and started doing detective work. I really enjoy it. Every once in a while the League of Assassins wants me to do a job for them so I just 'investigate' that person first. I'm sorry I had to hide it from you."

Barbara replied, "Let me talk to Batman. I'm sure he could help you."

The blonde raised an eyebrow. "Help me with what? I'm perfectly happy with my job."

"The League of Assassins is ruthless." said the redhead with a frown. "They could order you to die in a heartbeat. What if they ordered you to take me out?!"

"Then I'd burn them alive." Naruto said in a bone chilling voice. "…I'd kill them all to protect you."

Barbara's green eyes widened. "You really would; wouldn't you?"

"In a heartbeat." replied the blonde seriously. "I love you."

She smiled and kissed him. "…And I love you. Come join me. Become a crimefighter. There are others that have left the League of Assassins and fought for justice."

'If only it were that easy…' thought Naruto as he kissed her forehead…

Titan's Tower

Robin had been on a mission for what seemed like eons to him; researching a certain blonde mystery. "I've got you Naruto Uzumaki!" he crowed. The Boy Wonder searched Japanese Secret Documents for days until he found one in the Japanese Ministry of Defense. His eyes narrowed when he read what he found:

Person of interest: Uzumuki Naruto

Genius level intellect

Skilled martial artist

Skilled swordsman

Master hacker

Expert detective

Bio: Japanese Citizen. Actual parentage unknown.

Raised by Professor Gama Jiraiya, writer and martial arts practitioner.

Graduated Tokyo University at age 13 with a Doctorate in Computer Science.

Travelled abroad for two years (no known data).

Immigrated to United States at age 15 where he attends Burnside Academy in Gotham City. Currently studying Criminal Justice and Business.

Has been offered numerous positions in the Japanese military and secret service but has turned them all down.

Current Occupation: Private Investigator in Gotham City

No known criminal record in Japan or the United States.

End of report…

Dick drummed his fingers. "Sounds too good to be true. I wonder what he was doing for two years when he was travelling abroad. I'd better dig into this guy's school records in Gotham and see what else I can find…"

Seaside Resort Hotel

Barbara was drying her hair after a nice shower and Naruto was taking his turn washing up. She suddenly heard her cell phone ring. The crimefighter immediately noticed the call was encrypted by the code on it. Picking it up; the redhead answered; "Hello; Barbara Gordon speaking."

Robin was on the other end of the line. "Barbara; it's Dick Grayson. Are you in the clear to talk? It's about your boyfriend Naruto Uzumaki."

She arched an eyebrow and said, "I'm in the clear; what's your interest?"

"I've been looking into his background and some things don't add up." said the Boy Wonder. "I think you could be in serious danger associating with him."

The redhead sighed. 'It's just like Dick to stick his nose into things to protect his friends.' she thought. "Dick, I already know that. I'm unraveling it all now. I want him to join us."

"Join us?" asked Robin.

"As a crimefighter." explained the redhead. "I'm getting in touch with Batman about it."

"Barbara, I'll come right out with it." said Dick. "His immigration records fall off the map for two years. From my contacts in India he may have been on-"

"Infinity Island." she replied. "He's in the League of Assassins. I just found out."

"WHAT?" Robin stuttered. "Then why-"

"He's earned my complete trust Dick." said Barbara. "Have a little faith in me. Naruto is worth the risk."

"Let me-" started the Boy Wonder.

"Stay out of this one Dick. I know you mean well but I can handle it." she said. "Trust me…Look, I've got to go. I'll talk to you later."

Infinity Islan, Indian Ocean, Base of the League of Assassins

Ra's al Ghul was talking to his granddaughter Mara al Ghul. "It seems your little gambit to kill your cousin Naruto failed Mara." said Ra's as Mara's eyes*① widened in terror. "You're quite fortunate that I didn't tell Talia you gave the orders in my name to send him on a suicide mission."

"Y-you knew?" asked Mara fearfully.

"I knew about it all along but let the situation play out because I found it interesting." stated the head of the League of Assassins. "I realize you envy and hate Naruto al Ghul because I chose him to be my successor rather than you but this proves why. You just remember granddaughter; if Naruto finds out he will come after you and I won't intervene on your behalf."

That black haired, red banged girl kneeled before Ra's al Ghul and said, "I understand Grandfather. I will increase my training."

"See that you do Mara." said the elder. "No doubt Naruto will be doing so as well."

After Ra's left Mara sat down and reflected on her situation with her cousin Naruto. 'It's not fair! I was the golden child and Leader of the Demon's Fist*② until Naruto came along. They gave him everything! He showed up after being trained somewhere else in the shadows and completely dominated me at everything. Even through subterfuge I can't win. I just want to destroy him and show why I'm better! I'M SO DISGUSTED!'

As Mara al Ghul ranted mentally to herself Ra's wondered about the future of his granddaughter. 'Mara exploited Naruto's overconfidence with her cunning but it wasn't enough. They are both seventeen now but Naruto's blood is the purest. Someday he will inherit both my mantle and that of Bruce Wayne. Perhaps it's time that I have Talia reveal her son to his Father…'

Titan's Tower, Jump City, California

Later that day, the Titan's Tower shook slightly as a minor tremor along the San Andreas Fault occurred. The Teen Titans were in the control room of the tower when things started shaking. Cyborg pulled a map up of the seismic activity over the last few hours and said, "This isn't natural guys. The seismic shocks are occurring along the San Andreas Fault and they are all the exact same magnitude. All the data patterns point to someone trying to sink a big chunk of California into the Pacific Ocean. Literally millions could die."

"Who could cause this kind of damage?" asked Raven. "The only person I can think of is Terra*③ but she is …gone."

Beast boy said; "Terra would never do this anyway. There must be another explanation."

Robin was looking over the map and said, "We need to figure out where the next quake will happen and when. At this point we simply don't know when, who, why or how. We need answers and fast!"

Offshore Oil Rig Number 117, Pacific Ocean near San Francisco

The H.I.V.E. Five*④ led by Doctor Light were Gizmo, Mammoth, Shimmer and Jinx. They were assigned by H.I.V.E.*⑤ to set off seismic shockwaves for reasons unknown to them but it wasn't hard for them to figure it out.

Gizmo said to his cohorts, "As much as I hate the song Hotel California by the Eagles I never thought I'd be sinking a State over it."

"Was that supposed to be funny Gizmo?" asked Jinx with a sweat drop. "Don't quit your day job."

Shimmer groaned. "Yeah Gizmo! The Joker you ain't!"

The diminutive Gizmo frowned and muttered a few curses under his breath.

Doctor Light chuckled obnoxiously and said, "Tough crowd."

"So when are the fireworks going to start?" asked Mammoth as he looked east towards the California Coast.

"Thirteen hours from now we fire the seismic cannon one last time." replied Doctor Light. "Everything has to follow the schedule." He motioned over to a chopper landed on the oil rig. "After that point we take off in our helicopter and get the hell out of here…"

Titan's Tower, Jump City

Barbara and Naruto were at the Titan's Tower as guests much to Robin's chagrin. The Titans needed all the manpower they could get and Batgirl fit the bill perfectly while the Titans were out investigating in person. Unfortunately time was running out fast. The redhead was looking over the map of the quakes that had happened so far and asked, "Any ideas Naruto? It's obvious what they are trying to do but in order to stop whoever it is we need to predict their next moves and intervene."

Going over multiple maps of the region; Naruto stroked his chin as he recalled some American history. "It looks like someone is trying to replicate the 1906 San Francisco earthquake*⑥ by causing tremors at strategic points along the northern section of the San Andreas Fault." He looked over a historic map of the area and added, "The most logical place for a quake to set things into motion is two miles west of San Francisco out in the Pacific Ocean. That's where the original rupture was."

Batgirl nodded and said, "Let's look at a satellite map and see if anything is in that area."

Zeroing in via satellite; Naruto said, "There's a construct very close to the epicenter of the 1906 earthquake. It looks like an oil rig or the likes."

Batgirl started going through records and soon located the old oil rig in detail. "Offshore Oil Rig Number 117. It hasn't been in use since 1967. It's been abandoned and condemned for a long time." As the satellite photos became more and more defined; it was obvious something was amiss. "There's a modern helicopter landed on the abandoned rig! It looks like we've found something!"

With Robin…

"An abandoned oil rig you say? Give me some GPS coordinates and the Titans will rendezvous there! Good work Batgirl!"

"You owe Naruto some thanks too." replied Barbara. "He figured out the pattern before I did."

"Grumble grumble grumble… Give him my thanks…" growled the Boy Wonder.

Robin could hear the humor in her voice as she said, "I'll do just that…"

Offshore Oil Rig Number 117

The H.I.V.E. Five were extremely bored. Mammoth looked at his watch and said, "There are still seven hours left to wait. God I'm bored. I wish something exciting was going on."

That's when an overpowered starbolt hit Mammoth dead on in the chest and blew him off of Rig 117 into the water below. The H.I.V.E. Five heard Robin yell, "Titans, go!"

"How the hell did those pinheads find us?!" screeched Gizmo.

…Alas, it was just not a good day for the H.I.V.E. Five. They were totally blindsided by the Titan's ambush and were fished out of the Pacific by a Coast Guard Cutter hours later after the majority of Oil Rig 117 sank into the ocean…

The victorious Teen Titans head back to their tower having captured the seismic cannon for study. It would soon be turned over to the Justice League.

Titan's Tower, Jump City

Naruto was looking out one of the windows of the Titan Tower towards Jump City and pondering his situation. The Titans were celebrating their victory and seemed like ordinary friends off duty. The only people he'd known as true friends in his life were his girlfriend Barbara and his Sensei Jiraiya. 'I was trained to hunt humans since birth. I just don't know about this superhero business. My Father…Bruce Wayne is a vigilante with an absolute conviction not to kill. Ra's al Ghul is an eco-terrorist that wants to save the Earth by wiping out most of humanity. I guess I'll have to forge my own path somewhere in between…'

POSTSCRIPT:

*① Mara's eyes -In this story Mara has both eyes rather than being blind in her right eye due to Naruto. The reason behind this is they did not train together at a young age. For plot purposes, Mara did not meet her cousin until they were both thirteen when he effectively came from nowhere and stole her crown.

*② The Demon's Fist is a strike Team within the League of Assassins. Their current Vice Leader is Ra's al Ghul's granddaughter Mara in the absence of her cousin Naruto al Ghul. They are a powerful and skilled group of younglings that are considered destined to become the greatest members of the League.

*③ Terra Markov is depicted anywhere from a sympathetic heroine to a psychotic villainess depending on the source. For the purposes of this story I have her as the good but misguided character in the Teen Titans cartoon that eventually turned into a stone statue.

*④ The H.I.V.E. Five (also known as the Fearsome Five in the comics) are a group of supervillains that are recurring enemies of the Teen Titans. Though deadly, they lack sophistication as criminal planners, a cohesive focus or loyalty, and are prone to in-fighting, backstabbing and disbandment. They've have several incarnations (at least five to date) but this one is close to the original.

*⑤The H.I.V.E. stands for the Hierarchy of International Vengeance and Extermination, is a supervillain terrorist organization. They have several incarnations but at this point they are led by Brother Blood and his Church of Blood Cult. The Cult worships the Demon Trigon though it is not clear that all H.I.V.E. Members know this.

*⑥The 1906 San Francisco earthquake struck the coast of Northern California on Wednesday, April 18, with an estimated moment magnitude of 7.9. High-intensity shaking was felt from Eureka on the North Coast to the Salinas Valley, an agricultural region to the south of the San Francisco Bay Area. Devastating fires soon broke out in the city and lasted for several days. More than 3,000 people died. Over 80% of the city of San Francisco was destroyed. The events are remembered as one of the worst and deadliest earthquakes in the history of the United States. The death toll remains the greatest loss of life from a natural disaster in California's history and high on the lists of American disasters.

I kept the ambush at Oil Rig 117 off screen because the one sided action was a bit boring and the H.I.V.E. Five are hard to take too seriously. Expect some serious action and violence in the future though, particularly when Naruto gets involved firsthand. The big questions: Should Naruto and Barbara stay with the Titans for a bit or head back to Gotham City? Should Naruto become a full fledged hero? I have no plans for him to take up the Robin mantle. If he does adopt a super identity it will be much more original (I hope).

This is my second attempt at a DC Universe crossover. The first story I tried (A Naruto/Wonder Woman Movie crossover) was a bit flawed so I dropped the idea. This one I'm more comfortable with but for an opening chapter it is a bit more complex than I'd planned. Next chapter should be a bit smoother. See you next time. Blue out. 5/2/21