Most fanfics with Naruto as main character focus on him as a ninjutsu user, primarily with Shadow Clones, Rasengan and various elements. Some branch out into other areas like kenjutsu, fuuinjutsu or even genjutsu. Yet IÆve rarely come across a story where NarutoÆs a taijutsu specialist. ItÆs understandable to a degree since heÆs a chakra powerhouse and taijutsu is the one of the few styles that doesnÆt need chakra. But he possesses many traits that make him ideal for becoming a martial arts master.
The most obvious trait is his regeneration which allows him to heal many injuries within a short space of time. Considering the method of strengthening muscles, Naruto would be able to train his muscles, tear them in the process and then repair them with absurd speed. Repeat the process and we have a freakishly strong and fast Naruto. Then thereÆs his Uzumaki heritage earns him a unique type of body and the yang chakra constantly flowing into his body from the Kyuubi which can easily be important factors in his growth and chakra enhancement.
Plot-wise, these are main starting points I see for this story:
1) Pre-Canon: NarutoÆs repeated failure at ninjutsu and genjutsu result in him focusing on almost entirely on his taijutsu since heÆs actually decent at it. That could lead to him improving his style or emulating what he sees other do possibly starting to consciously use chakra enhancement if it comes up in class. WouldnÆt be implausible for one of his teachers or Gai to see him and gives him a nudge in the right direction.
2) Wave: Naruto might decide to expand on what he learnt from tree walking and start focusing it in different parts of his body, just like Sasuke does against Haku. It likely wouldn't do much to effect the mission but the seed would be planted.
3) Forest of Death: Say that Naruto doesnÆt get sealed by Orochimaru or wakes up before the Sound team arrives. He looks back at the fight and recalls how hard he had managed to hit that snake when he was pissed. So he wonders if he can replicate those effects, perhaps asking Sakura for some ideas, and considers using his chakra for muscle enhancement. Then the Sound team arrive and Naruto goes to put theory into practice.
4) Training Month: Not much of a stretch for him to start on this because the Final Exam given how much time he wasted during this month. He'd likely get the same inspiration as the Forest of Death concept though now he'd have memories of Kiba, Neji/Hinata and Lee's fighting styles as well.
Now can you imagine how freaking dangerous Naruto would be if he trained nearly as hard as Rock Lee? Not even considering that heÆd likely have Shadow Clones too.
And since Naruto doesnÆt share LeeÆs lack of talent, heÆs capable of taking this further with other areas. Roushi and the two Raikage have shown us how deadly nintaijutsu can be. Mastering nature transformation and developing Wind Release Armour would make Naruto one of the deadliest motherfuckers around.
Thoughts and ideas, people?
The most obvious trait is his regeneration which allows him to heal many injuries within a short space of time. Considering the method of strengthening muscles, Naruto would be able to train his muscles, tear them in the process and then repair them with absurd speed. Repeat the process and we have a freakishly strong and fast Naruto. Then thereÆs his Uzumaki heritage earns him a unique type of body and the yang chakra constantly flowing into his body from the Kyuubi which can easily be important factors in his growth and chakra enhancement.
Plot-wise, these are main starting points I see for this story:
1) Pre-Canon: NarutoÆs repeated failure at ninjutsu and genjutsu result in him focusing on almost entirely on his taijutsu since heÆs actually decent at it. That could lead to him improving his style or emulating what he sees other do possibly starting to consciously use chakra enhancement if it comes up in class. WouldnÆt be implausible for one of his teachers or Gai to see him and gives him a nudge in the right direction.
2) Wave: Naruto might decide to expand on what he learnt from tree walking and start focusing it in different parts of his body, just like Sasuke does against Haku. It likely wouldn't do much to effect the mission but the seed would be planted.
3) Forest of Death: Say that Naruto doesnÆt get sealed by Orochimaru or wakes up before the Sound team arrives. He looks back at the fight and recalls how hard he had managed to hit that snake when he was pissed. So he wonders if he can replicate those effects, perhaps asking Sakura for some ideas, and considers using his chakra for muscle enhancement. Then the Sound team arrive and Naruto goes to put theory into practice.
4) Training Month: Not much of a stretch for him to start on this because the Final Exam given how much time he wasted during this month. He'd likely get the same inspiration as the Forest of Death concept though now he'd have memories of Kiba, Neji/Hinata and Lee's fighting styles as well.
Now can you imagine how freaking dangerous Naruto would be if he trained nearly as hard as Rock Lee? Not even considering that heÆd likely have Shadow Clones too.
And since Naruto doesnÆt share LeeÆs lack of talent, heÆs capable of taking this further with other areas. Roushi and the two Raikage have shown us how deadly nintaijutsu can be. Mastering nature transformation and developing Wind Release Armour would make Naruto one of the deadliest motherfuckers around.
Thoughts and ideas, people?