Naruto was only three the night everything changed. He lost his parents, his identity and his baby brother became the Jinchūriki for the thing that took them from him. He built a new life after that night but with his circle of precious people growing, his rapid rise through the ranks, and one too many secrets; has he taken on too much? Can he beat the odds? Or will it kill him?

An early graduation, a unique bloodline and an insane teacher are just the start of Naruto's shinobi career. The missions and his training are all that matters as he aims for the top, adamant that he can make it alone. Naruto is a smart guy with a knack for taijutsu but can he learn what it truly means to be a shinobi of Konoha?