(Happy New Years, everyone. And welcome to my newest Naruto crossover. This time I decided to put him and the Beast Wars Transformers series together. I know the Beast Wars hasn't been mentioned, talked about, or heard for more than twenty years. Not since they decided to go back to the classic story about Autobots and Decepticons. Well, the Beast Wars and Beast Machines series have been one of my top Transformers shows, and I want to bring it back through this crossover. And I should warn all of you who haven't seen either show there will be lots and lots of spoilers. You have been warned.)

One night in the village of Konoha, an eight year old blonde boy, wearing brown shorts, an orange hoody, and goggles on his forehead was walking around the forest area looking dismal as hell. The boy was Naruto Uzumaki regarded as the trouble child of the village. He was deemed a troubled child because of a secret the villagers knew about him that he was currently unaware of. He walked along the grass, and spoke to himself, "This bites. Every day it's the same thing in and out. I don't know what everyone in the village has against me, but not telling me straight up why they're always treating me like dirt just makes me so mad!" he fumed, before kicking a rock, "And because of them no kid in the village will even play with me because they listen to them like dogs to their owners," he sighed, "And because of this I have nobody," he sat down on a log, "All I want is friends. Is that so wrong to want?" he asked while looking up at the sky.

He sighed feeling there was no hope for him in the village, and got off the log preparing to head home. As he walked he ended up tripping and fell to the ground that made a clanging sound. Hearing that, Naruto banged on the ground hearing more clanging, "What's with this ground?" he started banging around the section before hitting a hidden button. This caused the ground below him to shake, and a section of the grass was sliding back to reveal a hidden hatch. Rising up from the hatch was an elevator that opened up.

Naruto looked inside wondering if he should enter. He looked around seeing nobody in sight, and spoke to himself, "Might as well check it out." he went inside, and the elevator closed before sinking back into the ground. Once it went down the hatch closed itself up making it look like normal ground again.

The boy stood inside the elevator, as it kept going down deeper and deeper. Suddenly, it rang indicating he reached the bottom level. The doors opened up, and Naruto stepped out to see where it brought him. He looked and saw he was in a laboratory with computer monitors and dozens of spherical chambers that each appeared to contain something. Naruto couldn't make out what was in them, but could see silhouettes of whatever was inside.

"What're in these things?" he asked, as he walked up to one chamber trying to see if he could make out what was inside. As he stepped closer, he accidentally stepped on a switch. When activated the chambers disappeared and Naruto found himself face to face with a purple T-Rex, but was surprisingly not the size of a real T-Rex. Still the sight of such a creature resulted in Naruto screaming in fright before running away and hid behind a machine.

Naruto peeked his head out slightly, while still frightened. He looked and saw the creature didn't respond at all to his scream. He just stood on his platform frozen in place like a statue, "Huh?" he asked in confusion, before walking back over to the creature. Naruto looked it in the eye, and spoke, "Is this a statue?" he waved his hand in front of it, but got no response. He looked around realizing nobody else was there, "What kind of a place is this?" he asked.

He looked around and came upon a bigger computer screen that looked like the center to all that was there. He walked up to the screen and checked the control panel, "One of these buttons must be able to turn this thing on," he noticed a red one, "Worth a shot." he pressed the red button and the monitor sounded like it was starting up. At first a red symbol which looked like a face appeared on screen, then the screen changed to white and the digital schematics of another face appeared, "All systems online." it spoke in a woman's voice.

"Whoa." Naruto gasped.

The face saw Naruto looking at it, "Identify yourself, please."

Naruto still not sure what was happening decided to answer it, "Uh. I'm Naruto. Naruto Uzumaki."

The being inside the computer focused on Naruto, as if analyzing him, before speaking to him, "Welcome, Naruto Uzumaki. You may call me Oracle."

"Oracle?" he wondered.

"Correct. I am an A.I program installed into this super computer to assist those of this facility. Welcome to the Axalon Lab, named after the great Maximal exploration vessel."

"Axalon Lab? How long has this place been underneath my home village?" Naruto asked.

"This facility was set up over a hundred years ago by Cybertronian Scientists to recreate some of the greatest soldiers in Cybertronian history."

"Cybertronian? What kind of word is that?" the boy asked in confusion.

"Perhaps it's best I start at the beginning." Oracle suggested.

"That would be nice." Naruto agreed.

"Very well then. Prepare to hear a tale of a race of beings from a planet far-far away. A race known as The Transformers."

"Transformers?" the boy asked.

On Oracle's screen was a series of historical footage, "On the planet known as Cybertron lived a race of mechanical beings known as the transformers; machines that could walk, talk, and think like man. Each one powered by a single spark that all originated from the Allspark, the source of all Transformers birth," Oracle narrated. Naruto watched as the mechanical beings were doing a lot of fighting with each other, "The two races of Transformers were composed of the Autobots who valued in upholding justice and freedom throughout the galaxy, and the Decepticons who were concerned mostly with conquering the planet, gaining power, and building weapons to wipe out the Autobots."

"Whoa. And I thought the lands history of ninja wars were big, but this is just non-stop." Naruto gasped at all the destruction.

"Finally after thousands of years of fighting, the great war between the two sides came to an end. From the ashes of the war rose up the two descendants of both tribes. The Maximals and the Predacons. For a long time the two races have had stable age of peace from one P.O.V, but that was until a Predacon named Megatron stole a sacred artifact from Cybertron called the Golden Disk. He had planned to use it as a means to take him and a gang of Predacons he recruited to the planet Earth in hopes of finding enough energon to make them strong enough to wipe out the Maximal race."

"What's energon?" Naruto wondered.

"Energon is the energy source used to give Transformers power."

"And did he succeed in coming to earth?" the boy asked.

"Yes, but they did not come alone. Following them was a group of Maximal scientists led by their leader Optimus Primal. The two sides had used a transwarp portal to take them through space and time, and both ships they commandeered crash landed on a planet. But they were not aware that they were on the right planet for awhile. Megatron discovering the planet still had an enormous supply of energon was satisfied none the less. However, the planet had too much energon, and too much would result in permanent damage to a transformers body."

"So what did they do?"

"To shield themselves from energon radiation out in the land, the two sides created alternative forms by scanning organic life in range of their ships."

"What organic life did they scan?" Naruto asked.

"Most of which were animals, insects, or fossilized remains of creatures that went extinct. And it was from that point the two sides declared war, The Beast Wars if you will." Oracle finished.

"Sounds awesome." Naruto smiled in excitement.

"It was an epic battle indeed that took place such a long time ago. But long after the Beast Wars, Cybertronian scientists set up a secret facility on this part of earth with the sole purpose of recreating the Maximals and Predacons who fought in the war, but not entirely the way they were back then."

"What do you mean?" the blonde asked.

"They succeeded in recreating them, but they only held the essences of the original Maximals and Predacons. They were unable to act on their own unless given orders."

"So they could be good or bad depending on who they answered to?" Naruto tried to comprehend the information.

"Affirmative. But then many years ago this land was under attack, no doubt due to one of your previous ninja wars, and the scientists had to flee having no time to bring their creations with them. So they left them here as well as myself, while hoping it would never be found. Until today that is." she finished.

"Yeah, I kinda found this place by accident." Naruto rubbed the back of his head.

"And how?"

Naruto sighed, "I had just finished dealing with a bunch of grown ups who were giving me the same bad looks as they always give me. I was so angry and dismal I accidentally tripped over where the elevator to this place was located."

"Interesting. Call me curious, but why do the adults in your village treat you as if you were some plague?" the computer wondered.

"I have no idea. They've treated me that way since the day I was born. I have no parents, no siblings, no guardians at all."

"Then you are alone?" Oracle asked.

"Well, I live alone, yes. The only ones who even care about me is Old Man Hokage, and the chef who owns the ramen stand I go to." he explained.

"It sounds to me as if you need a friend or two." Oracle deduced.

"Yeah, but thanks to all the adults telling the kids to stay away from me I have none." Naruto dropped his head in sorrow.

"Then perhaps I can help you." Oracle offered.

"You? How?"

"The recreated Maximals and Predacons here are not only meant to serve as weapons of combat, but are also programmed for companionship."

"Really? That's neat." Naruto said feeling impressed.

"And they can also serve as bodyguards in case anyone tries to do you harm."

"That'll really be useful." Naruto smiled.

"Then will you accept ownership of them?" Oracle inquired.

"I will."

"And do you swear you in turn with look after them and take care of them as they will you?"

"I promise."

"Then allow me to introduce to you the Maximal and Predacon teams." Oracle began, as the sphere containers opened up to reveal a couple more oversized animal or insect creatures.

Naruto walked up to the pedestals marveling at each of them, "Wow! This is so cool!"

A single light shined down on a big black gorilla, as Oracle began narrating, "Meet Optimus Primal, captain of the Maximal explorers. He took his name from the legendary leader of the Autobots; Optimus Prime. Wise, strong, loyal, and committed to helping those in need. Firm but just, he's always determined to see his comrades come back safely.

"I'll bet he'd make a good Hokage." Naruto stated, as the light shined down on a brown rhino.

"Rhinox, intelligent, massive, strong, and stalwart, there are few Maximals one could depend on more."

"Sweet." Naruto smiled, as he saw a light shine on a giant rat.

"Rattrap, sarcastic, witty, and just plain joker, this rodent has a whole line of arsenal and inventive weaponry at his disposal."

Naruto smiled, and spoke, "I think I could get along well with him."

The light then shined down on a cheetah, "Cheetor, the rookie of the team. Youthful, overconfident, impulsive, and the fastest Maximal on four legs. His impulsive nature normally gets him into trouble, which his fellow Maximals have to get him out of as a result. But when his friends are in a pinch, guarantee he will be there."

"Awesome." Naruto marveled at Cheetor.

Naruto then noticed the light shine on a velociraptor, as Oracle explained, "And the last of the Maximal's, Dinobot. A former follower of Megatron, but quickly rebelled when they first arrived on Earth, believing Megatron had botched up their plans. He intended to take leadership of the Maximals upon challenging Optimus for supremacy. Though their duel was interrupted, Dinobot decided to remain a follower of Optimus Primal. Although, grumpy, hotheaded, and snarky he was known for his great loyalty and sense of honor as a warrior."

"Neat." Naruto said, as he looked at the row of Maximals, before he turned around and saw the T-Rex, and several other creatures.

A light shined on the T-Rex, as Oracle explained, "This is Megatron, who named himself after the original Decepticon leader; Megatron. It was he who led the group of Predacons to earth in hopes of acquiring vast amounts of energon to restore glory and power to the Predacon race. Manipulative, scheming, and willing to risk everything from time, space, and even himself if need be just to further his goals."

"Whoa." Naruto gasped.

The light shined onto the next Predacon being a giant scorpion, "Scorponok, Megatron's second in command. Though sometimes dumb, he made up for with his loyalty to Megatron."

Naruto took noticed of Scorponok's tail, "I'd hate to be on the receiving end of that stinger."

Oracle moved the light to the next follower of Megatron, which was a red Pteranodon, "Terrorsaur, Power-hungry, cunning, and opportunistic, but somewhat lacking in the courage department, he never misses a chance to improve his standing within the Predacons."

Naruto looked at the next Predacon being a giant purple spider, "Tarantulus, the renowned mad scientist of the Predacon team. Being utterly psychotic and a sadistic sociopath, Tarantulus has been known for many times plotting behind Megatron's back for his own experimental purposes.

Finally the light shined on the last Predacon being a giant green wasp, "And finally Waspinator, or better known as the punching bag to both Maximals and Predacons."

"Punching bag?" Naruto asked in confusion.

"Treated like dirt by his boss and fellow Predacons day in and day out even when he does something right. And just about in every battle against the Maximals, he always finds himself blowing up, or getting his body smashed and broken. And yet they're still able to put him back together at the end of the day."

"Sounds like a guy who's really unappreciated," Naruto said feeling sympathetic to the bug. He then noticed several more chambers that were still closed, "What about these other chambers?"

"Other Maximal and Predacons that must remain dormant for the time being." the computer explained.

"Why keep them dormant?"

"Because there is still much about the Beast Wars you need to learn about when the time comes, but for now these Maximals and Predacons shall be your friends and guards," Oracle began, as a compartment on the control board opened up to reveal a small green microchip. A robotic cable tentacle came out of the computer board and handed it to Naruto, "Take this."

Naruto took the chip and looked at it, "Ok, but what is it?"

"Insert that chip onto your forehead and find out."

"Wait a minute, is this going to hurt?" Naruto asked cautiously.

"You won't feel a thing." Oracle assured him.

Naruto taking Oracle's word for it, removed his goggles and put the chip to his forehead and the chip started embedding it into his skin. Naruto groaned from the procedure and spoke, "I thought you said I wouldn't feel a thing!"

"I lied. If I said you'd feel something you probably wouldn't have put it on."

"So what now?" he asked, feeling livid about Oracle lying.

"With that chip now embedded into your brain, you can command the Maximals and the Predacons. As long as it remains bonded to your brain, they will obey no one but you unless you tell them so."

"Nice precaution."

"And as an added bonus if you are far away from any of them, all you have to do is think and envision your location and they will find you."

"Cool." Naruto said as he put his goggles back on.

"Now you may start by bringing them online."

"How do I do that?" Naruto asked.

"Concentrate and command them."

Naruto tried it out by concentrating on the Transformers, before announcing, "Maximals! Predacons! Awaken!"

Suddenly the Transformers eyes glowed before they shifted into their robot forms, surprising Naruto. Cheetor was the first to speak up to the Maximal leader, "Big-bot, what's going on?"

Optimus answered, "It seems we've finally been awaken."

"But by who?" Rhinox wondered.

Oracle addressed them, "Boys, allow me to introduce you to your new master and friend; Naruto Uzumaki."

The two Transformer groups looked and saw the small boy standing before them smiling nervously, "Hi." he greeted.

Dinobot spoke to the Oracle in disbelief, "Is this some kind of joke?"

"Nope, it is real." the computer assured him.

"But he's just a kid." Scorponok noted.

"I am curious as to why you've given this boy control over us." Megatron inquired.

"Because this boy needs friendship and protection."

"Friendship?" Rattrap asked.

"Protection?" Terrorsaur asked.

Optimus turned to Naruto, "Perhaps, you better explain yourself, Naruto, is it?"

"Yes sir." Naruto began, as he told the group his daily life since the day he was born.

When he finished, the two groups were beyond shocked, "Waspinator sympathizes with blonde boy." the bug Predacon buzzed.

"How can people treat a child so badly for no reason?" Cheetor asked in equal disgust.

"There must be something they know that the boy does not." Tarantulus suspected.

Megatron spoke to Naruto, "Have you ever asked anybody why they treat you so badly?"

"The only one who would talk to me is the old man Hokage, but he just says people say things out of anger and hate. But that's still never been a good answer."

"Seems to me this Hokage is the one hiding something." Optimus suspected.

"Do you wish for us to get answers for you?" Megatron inquired from Naruto.

Naruto knowing where he was headed answered, "No. I don't want you hurting anybody I care about just to get answers. I'll find out on my own without violence. However, I would very much appreciate it if you guys were to be my friends and protect me from danger."

The two sides pondered on this, until Optimus spoke, "Very well. From this day forward, Naruto Uzuamki, the Maximals shall be your protectors." he bowed his head followed by the others.

"As shall the Predacons." Megatron added, as he and the Predacons bowed their heads.

Naruto looked flabbergasted, "Wow. I knew the Maximals would be willing to, but I am surprised the Preds would. Especially you, Megatron. No offense."

"None taken. Though I have the mind set of the real Megatron I was created from, I have no ill intent to perform acts of evil unless ordered to."

"And the same applies to the rest of us." Tarantulus added.

"Noted," Naruto smiled, "Well, guys, looks like this is the start of a new friendship."

"Oh, joy." Rattrap said sarcastically, only to be nudged by Rhinox.

"Then may our new friendship stand the test of time from this point on." Optimus offered Naruto his hand.

Naruto shook it, before Megatron extended his hand to the boy who shook it as well. Naruto looked around at the Maximals and Predacons, while thinking to himself, 'Looks like I'm not going to be so lonely anymore.'

(And that's the first chapter. My knowledge of the entire Beast Wars series and even Transformers Generation one isn't flawless, especially when so many other cartoons have been made following them twisting the original time line and canon in different directions. And in terms of the Naruto world in this fic there will be lots of changes and alterations character wise.)