Naruto: Ascendancy of a Legend

Greetings, may my fic be to your enjoyment. All reviews are welcome, for I will reply to them to reason against any opinions within that of flames.

This is my first fic that will contain an appearance of my Original Character: Anri Ryou (the irony of a character name sharing the same name of my own pen name, but as Shikamaru would say "It could have been different, but it would have been so troublesome") More info of my character is on my profile. The info provided is mostly connected to the three year time skip. Regardless, Anri is not the main character, only a major support to Naruto's development.

Many surprises will be within this fic, so expect anything. Lol. I will try to alert on certain twists beforehand, but most I will keep unsaid until they serve more as a surprise.

Also, parings later in the story will include Naruto/harem, Kakashi/Rin (rather early though with this pair mentioned in the fic, but many surprises still stand amist the fic its as time progresses) Sasuke/Sakura, and Anri MIGHT get a harem, although I may decide against it. Haven't decided on that yet. My mind might change in later chapters.

Chapter 1 in short opens up a new light on Naruto's life, starting with adoption from Kakashi after getting attacked by a mob, a meeting with the Kyuubi, and meeting up with Anri at the ninja academy. That should be enough insight since I do have some surprises in store

Without further adieu, I present chapter 1

Naruto: Ascendancy of a Legend. Chapter 1- Revelations and a New Path in Life

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It was a day of sadness for one villager of Konoha. Said village happens to be a boy with blonde spikey hair, blue eyes, and appearing the age of five wearing a white shirt and blue pants.

Coincidentally, this would be a turning point in the boy known as Naruto Uzumaki's live. Although the presence of murderous intent pervaded within the hearts of a mob that had cornered the boy in an alley that had a dead end. As the boy slipped into unconsciuosness due to all of the pain put upon his form, he could not hear the shouts of the villagers.

"Today is the day you die, demon!"

Before anyone else could voice their opinion of hatred toward the boy who was the container of the Kyuubi no Kitsune- the nine-tailed fox, an ANBU with a wolf mask intervened by blocking any advancement toward the boy. However, the villagers would make a big mistake when they misunderstood the presence of this particular ANBU

"It seems the Hokage has sent us aid in ridding us of the demon boy!"

Much cheering from other villagers in this mob would occur out of a false feeling of triump they all would feel. However, they would be frozen in fear by the amount of killer intent emitted from the wolf-masked ANBU.

"Not only do you scum try to kill an innocent child, but also neglect the dying wish of my sensei and broken the law of our own Sandaime hokage. I now will reward you with your deaths, the punishment for your violation of this law" Kakashi, the masked ANBU would say coldly out of anger, his sensei, the Yondaime hokage, 4th ruler of the village of Konoha had wished for his son, Naruto, to be seen as a hero for containing the Kyuubi, but apparently strife and anger rule over majority of the villagers of Konoha.

Without another word, Kakashi would slaughter ever member of the mob whom stand before him. However, at the last moment before finishing off this scum of villagers, he would decide to end all of this discrimination, to have these criminals executed infront of the entire village. He would whistle softly which would summon many other ANBU of his squad.

"Take these criminals to Ibiki to be ready to die in execution by the hokage himself... I must look after the child." He said in a calm tone that had great authority within in so he would not be questioned against.

"Hai!" All of the other ANBU would say as they disappear with the unconscious bodies of the mob of villagers that tried to kill young Naruto

"Hm... so it seems the fox heals the boy's wounds, regardless however he is still unconscious. I will speak to Lord Hokage about adopting Naruto" Kakashi would say apparently talking to himself, but he didn't care for it was a way to keep himself from spilling the blood of those scum that tried to kill his sensei's son. In a swirl of leaves with the use of the Shunshin no Jutsu, Kakashi would leave to the Hokage tower to talk with Sarutobi, the Sandaime hokage. Unknown to Kakashi, Naruto would benefit greatly from this from the Kyuubi himself

Naruto's Subconscious and mindscape

Naruto would slowly awaken to find himself in what appears to be a sewer, a dark sewer at that. As his eyes adjust, Naruto would follow a light at the end of one of the sewer's corridors. This light appeared to be a faint red-orange glow of light, unknown to Naruto that this was the chakra source of his tenant, the Kyuubi no Kitsune. Regardless of this lack of knowledge, Naruto would follow the light until he reaches a cage door with the kanji of 'seal' on it. He was too occupied with the kanji and what the cage was for to notice the Kyuubi staring at him with his blood red glowing eyes. Even within the darkness, Kyuubi seemed to glow allow his face to be visible to the boy.

"Ah, Kit, so you have come at last..." The Kyuubi would say in a deep, yet surprisingly calm for a demon that went on a rampage on Konoha 5 years ago.

"Wh-who are you?" Naruto would reply with fear and uncertainty, he would see the face of Kyuubi that looks of that of a gigantic fox, but the only thing visible were Kyuubi's glowing eyes.

"I am the Kyuubi no Kitsune, your tenant due to the act of your father, the Yondaime Hokage five years ago. You could even say that I am the reason that those cowards treat you like they do."

"But... if I contain you, that doesn't make me a demon, does it?"

"Heh, I like you Kit, you prove to be much smarter than most of those imbeciles. Yes, you are not at all a demon by any means. Oh, and your mother died after giving birth to you, so that is why you have no parents."

Naruto would surprise Kyuubi with his next question. "If you are what you are, why haven't you killed me yet, and also, why is all of this as it is?"

"I will answer both questions in order; first, I if were to kill you here, this accursed seal would take me with you. In short, if I die, you die, and vice versa. I feel that you are use to me in getting revenge on a certain man who caused me to attack your village."

"So you were tricked into attacking Konoha?"

"As much as I hate to admit it, yes. It was by a man of this village that smelt of snakes. After he destroyed my home within the forests outside of Konoha, I went berserk and sought him out by tracking his scent. The rest is pretty much history. I am sorry you have had to suffer to all of this Kit... I knew that once your father sealed me by use of the Shiki Fuijin by the cost of his own life, I knew he would have wanted you to be revered as a hero. However, I say he should have let me have my way personally."

"So that is why those people hate me, why most people hate me?"

"Indeed, my apologizes, but there is good news to all of this for you" Naruto could not see that the Kyuubi was smirking.

"What is this 'good news'?"

"At least your questions are wise, otherwise I would think you annoying with all of your questions Kit. Anyway, you will be under the care of one of your father's students when you 'wake' from your unconsciousness. Second, we can talk to each other mentally at will now, so don't think no one is watching your back while your new guardian is on missions. Third, I will grant you use to my chakra and even help in training you. One last thing, a gift from me to fully show my apology to you." The Kyuubi's eyes flare for a moment giving Naruto a quick glimpse into the future, having a friend with a boy who lost all of his past, even the memories of family in his past. "In seven years, you will be destined to befriend a boy by the name of Anri. He can also teach you some things, but be advised, his life has been pretty bad; to have his clan killed without being permitted to try to help them and having his memories of said clan erased due to a barrier preventing him for going to his death. You may get more friends before meeting Anri, but I assure you that Anri is going to be a friend to you to the end, unlike some other people. You need not worry of that though. Now Kit, our discussion has ended, you need to 'wake up'"

Just before Naruto could question the prospect of needing to 'wake up' Everything in view whites out.

About five minutes before Naruto would awaken from unconsciousness. The Hokage had already agreed to allow Kakashi to adopt Naruto.

Flashback

Kakashi appears within the chambers of the Sandaime Hokage with Naruto asleep/unconscious in his arms. "Hokage-sama, the villagers have made the final straw against this boy. I will stand no more... I wish to fulfill my sensei's wish and my promise to raise his son."

Sarutobi, the Sandaime Hokage, sat in silence for a moment, then would chuckle and smile warmly. "I won't object to that Kakashi. The boy is safe in your capable hands."

"I will have my wife, Rin, watch over him in any event that I am needed for a mission" Kakashi replies as he finishes the papers of adoption. "Hokage-sama, I also request that I have him go by his name of Naruto Uzumaki, since sensei did use his wife's maiden name to protect his son from his enemies."

"That is fine, Kakashi." Sarutobi replied with a smile. The smile would widen as Naruto would awaken. "You've finally awoken Naruto-kun, you will be living with Kakashi-kun and Rin-chan from this day onward." Although smiling, Sarutobi's face and eyes showed shame for being unable to protect young Naruto from what had transpired earlier, but would make sure all will be fine onward. Of course, Naruto was only half awake and would drift back to sleep again. "Go on and take him home to rest Kakashi"

So after Kakashi finished the necessary paperwork for adopting Naruto, he would bow to the Hokage respectively in thanks as he then uses Shunshin no Jutsu once more to travel from the Hokage tower to his apartment. He would appear from out of a swirl of leaves in front of his apartment door and enter quietly as not to disturb Naruto's sleep.

As Kakashi entered, he would set Naruto in Rin's arms and motion to her he would talk more of this after taking off his ANBU cloak and mask. He failed to listen to the Hokage saying he'd have no missions today, but that would be his surprise. He takes off the black cloak with hood and wolf mask hanging them on a post. Now his Silver hair was visible in the appearance of a messy spike in one direction diagonally up, but a short lengthed spike nonetheless, he still wore a mask which covers his mouth and left eye. His left eye being that of the Sharingan from his deceased temamate Obito Uchiha received during a mission.

That mission was when he learned his way of the ninja of teamwork, hence why never a jounin instructor to any genin teams because they never displayed teamwork. His emphasis on teamwork was due to nearly losing both Rin and Obito. Much regret still bothers Kakashi, but Rin has helped him cope with it as well as both pay respects at the monument of fallen heroes of Konoha to honor Obito.

Kakashi sits down on the couch by his wife. Rin had black hair similar to that of another medic nin within training currently and wore a nurses attire since she had gotten off work about thirty minutes ago. She patted the sleeping boy's head softly and looked at Kakashi.

"He looks like a mini version of sensei..." Rin spoke softly in awe of Naruto's resemblance to their sensei.

"I have adopted sensei's son." Kakashi said softly

Surprise and confusion silenced Rin for several moments, then she kissed Kakashi on the lips softly. "I would be honored to help you raise sensei's son Kakashi-kun"

Flashback

During the epic battle between Arashi Kazama, the Yondaime Hokage, against the Kyuubi no Kitsune, Nine-tailed fox, lord of hell, Kakashi Hatake and Rin would be in a medical ward, caring for injured shinobi and civilians. Soon, to the two student's surprise, their Sensei appeared in front of them by use of Hiraishin, they were unaware that he was a Kage Bunshin however.

"Rin, Kakashi... I have a final request of you both..." Arashi said in a calm voice

"Sensei! How goes the battle..." His two students reply simultaneously

"...I have no choice for what I am about to do... I just hope baby Naruto will be seen as a hero..." Arashi continued.

"You mean...?" Kakashi gasped, aware of what was being planned.

"It is the only way... It may cost my life, but Shiki-Fuujin will stop thae Kyuubi, seal him within baby Naruto, thus making my son the Jinchuriki of the Kyuubi... It is natural for the container to be a hero since he is a jailer for the tranced demon..." Arashi continued.. "Yes, Kyuubi did not attack at his own accord, but nonetheless, he must be stopped..."

Both Kakashi and Rin nod sadly

"Now, if all goes right, Naruto should be raised as a hero in the village, but in the event that doesn't happen... which is very likely... than I ask you both, Rin and Kakashi, to raise my son after you two get situated." Arashi gave a soft smile to his students. "..I am sorry that I won't be around for your wedding..."

Rin broke into tears and nodded weakly.

"You have our word, sensei..." Kakashi spoke in a sad tone while trying to calm his fiancee

"Thank you..." Arashi bows before poofing out of existence

'Kage Bunshin' Both Kakashi and Rin thought simultaneously, 'Be okay Naruto, for we won't be situated until about a good five years...' Kakashi would think in sadness, knowing that with his ANBU status and Rin's medic-nin status, it would take five years surely to bring Konoha to its feet economically.

Flashback Kai!

"I will be training him also, don't worry, I will teach him the basics and important the principles of teamwork." After adding the teamwork in his statement. Rin gave him another kiss and smiled

"A wise choice. Who knows, he may have to protect his future wife on a mission." Rin would say as her cheeks showed a soft blush of pink. Though not to be seen by Rin's eyes under his mask, Kakashi was blushing happily as well

Seven years later

Under Kakashi and Rin's guardianship, Naruto had grown into a fine twelve year-old. Naruto happens to be well mannered in all aspects except when it comes to his favorite food; ramen. Whether if it is instant ramen or Ichiraku's cooking of ramen, Naruto eats ramen as if he were a savage beast, and the ramen his prey.

Other than learning traits of a citizen. Naruto has also been trained in the way of the shinobi. Kakashi has taught him how to control chakra with the tree walking exercise, the Henge no Jutsu, Bunshin no Jutsu, Kage Bunshin no Jutsu, Kawirimi no Jutsu, lessons to release the effects of Genjutsu, and had an unwilling part in Naruto learning two certain jutsus

Both were developed upon finding out his adoptive father's bad habit of reading his Icha Icha Paradise book in public. So, Naruto sneaked many peaks at the book when Kakashi wasn't awake and developed two jutsus to overwhelm any opponent that happened to be a pervert. Of course, Kakashi easily could ignore Naruto's Sexy no Jutsu, but even after those three weeks of training himself to resist his perverted nature, Kakashi would fall victim on many occasions to Naruto's second jutsu; Harem no Jutsu. Harem no Jutsu, unlike Sexy no Jutsu's simple Henge no Jutsu into a female version of Naruto in the nude and attractive to said perverts, consists of a Kage Bunshin no Jutsu then a multiple Henge no Jutsu to intensify the effect of Sexy no Jutsu on its target. Rin would scold Kakashi for his perverted habits somehow affecting Naruto, but did not mind since in reality she was nearly as perverted as Kakashi, unknown to many but Kakashi of course. Rin also taught Naruto the basics of medical jutsu; how to cure some poisons, nurse wounds, and first-aid.

It was also the time of Kyuubi's prophecy. Sure enough, an ANBU squad was heard bringing an unconcious boy from what appeared to be a far off village suffering a powerful case of amnesia and dehydration. The amnesia only affected his view on his past with a family, hence to him now he had no family. He probably wouldn't be able to specify much more on that subject if ask such. Of course, said boy was still unconscious. After being treated in the hospital, Kakashi was told to meet the boy and to bring Naruto along.

Konoha Hospital

The boy whom had been brought into the village by ANBU had recovered from his dehydration, although still somewhat lightheaded. All that he know was the teachings of Katamaundo, but that was the only hint to his past as well as Kenjutsu knowledge. On the counter by the bed rest within its sheath the boy's sword. The sheath was midnight black and the exposed hilt was a shining silver as well as being bejeweled with seven colored jewels; Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz, Diamond, and Onyx.

As for the boy, by the name of Anri, sat up slightly in his hospital bed. His short dark brown hair still as messy as ever with its short spikes dominant to see, his cold hazel eyes showed much confusion, as the feeling off lightheadedness still affected him. Where was he before this? A thought and questioned often asked by his mind. Under the sheets would be his attire consisting of a black vest, a dark blue undershirt, black pants, and ninja shoes. By the weights within the thigh and ankle portions of the pants as well as the weights within the vest could tell that Anri has some sort of shinobi training in a way, of course no one could question whether he was taught a style other than that of a shinobi despite his clothing.

From a swirl of leaves at the door's entrance of Anri's hospital room, Kakashi would appear with Naruto beside him. Anri would be a bit surprised to have visitors, more importantly those that he didn't know.

"Hi there... Welcome to Konoha. My name is Kakashi Hatake" Kakashi would say in a friendly voice, still in his usual attire plus his Jounin vest (He thinks this will be the year he will be a jounin instructor of a team officially instead of working under his rank of ANBU.)

"I am Naruto Uzumaki, what is your name, friend?" Naruto would say kindly, a strange feeling within that this would indeed be a friend.

"Nice to meet you, Kakashi-san, Naruto-san, I am Anri." Anri would speak calmly as well, but it could be tell his voice was weak with tiredness, since he hadn't fully recovered.

After that moment, Naruto understood what Kyuubi said seven years ago about this boy named Anri, that they would be destined to be the best of friends. After convincing Kakashi to adopt Anri (Since at this point, Anri has nowhere to go to or no one to seek out to live with) which wasn't all that hard, Kakashi could tell that Anri had no place to go from here. After getting this sorted out with the Hokage and Anri was asked questions like his age, his dreams, and if he'd be interested to be enrolled in the ninja academy. He agreed unknowingly that he would only have to attend this one year to be a possible genin.

Later that afternoon, Anri was taught everything Naruto knew by Naruto himself. He even learned Sexy no Jutsu and Harem no Jutsu, along with Kawimiri no Jutsu, Bunshin no Jutsu, Kage Bunshin no Jutsu, Henge no Jutsu, Tree walking with chakra, and Rin's medic teachings. Strangely though, Anri's chakra would at first appear a deep dark blue, but would get to that of normal chakra appearing light blue. It would be declared that he, like Naruto, had two types of chakra, in Anri's case, two energy sources; chakra, and kata. Anri did explain that he learned an art known as Katamaundo since the age of 5, but he couldn't remember who taught him, because he knew he couldn't have taught himself all he knew. That subject would be left alone however

"We are so going to be the best in Ninja Academy Anri!" Naruto would say happily, he had similar attire to Anri, minus the weights for now.

"Indeed Naruto-san" Anri spoke calmly, looking forward to being in Ninja academy with Naruto, his Otouto from being adopted by Kakashi

"Hey, just call me Naruto, you needn't be formal with me all the time bro." Naruto said as he playfully punched Anri in the shoulder. Anri would only nod and smile. He would then lift Naruto on his shoulders and walk back to the Hatake residence. This was something Anri always did for Naruto, since Naruto was technically a little brother to him, and Anri, an older brother to Naruto.

After eating supper, friendly evening spars amongst Kakashi, Anri, and Naruto, an hour to relax in the hot springs without Kakashi being a pervert, rather, he, Rin, Anri, and Naruto enjoying a family moment together. Afterwards then they'd go home and go to sleep. Before going to sleep, Anri and Naruto talked with one another.

"Hey aniki, can you teach me how to use a sword?" Naruto would say pleadingly

"Sure otouto, I can teach you what swordsmanship I know every afternoon after school at the academy and whenever we can on the weekends. Then after we graduate from the academy, we can ask Kakashi-tousan if he knows anyone that can train us further in swordsmanship."

Naruto and Anri exchange smiles before closing their eyes for sleep

"Good night Anri-aniki"

"Good night Naruto otouto"

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Well, there it is, completion of chapter 1. Much work, but I enjoyed it and look forward to chapter 2