Definitely Naruto first. Then there's Tsunade. As the Hokage, she could be a powerful ally. She could provide resources and political support for the female Anbu commander. Rock Lee could be an ally too. His determination and physical strength could be helpful in combat. And Neji, before his death, could have been an ally. His skills with the Byakugan would have been useful for surveillance and combat support.
Kakashi could be a great main character as an ANBU commander. He has the skills, experience, and the mysterious allure that suits the role. He's known for his combat prowess and his ability to think on his feet, which are essential for an ANBU commander.
Sakura could be his most trusted ally. She has grown into a very capable ninja herself. Her medical skills would be invaluable in the dangerous missions that the ANBU undertakes. She could also provide emotional support to Naruto when he faces the tough decisions of being a commander.
As the ANBU commander, Naruto would surely face many challenges. He'd have to deal with the politics within the ANBU itself. There might be some members who are resistant to his new ideas or way of doing things. Also, he'd need to balance his duties as a commander with his personal relationships, like his friendship with Sasuke and others. Maybe he'd use his position to try and bring Sasuke back to the village in a more official capacity as part of the ANBU's operations.
One possible plot could be her facing a mysterious enemy within the village who is trying to undermine the ANBU. She has to use her unique skills and knowledge of the village to uncover the traitor. Since she's female in this fanfic, she might also face discrimination from some of the more traditional ANBU members at first, but she proves herself with her combat and leadership abilities.
One possible scenario in such a fanfiction could be Naruto using his new godlike powers to reform the Anbu. He might introduce new training methods that are more humane yet highly effective, changing the often dark and secretive reputation of the Anbu. For example, instead of the traditional harsh and solitary training, he could promote team - based training where members learn to trust and rely on each other more.
Well, in a Naruto fanfiction where he's a secret ANBU commander, the plot could revolve around his struggle to balance his new responsibilities with his old self. As an ANBU, he has to be cold and calculating, but Naruto is known for his big heart. He might face moral dilemmas during missions, like whether to sacrifice a few to save many. His relationships with other characters would also change. His friends might start to notice his secrecy and distance, leading to some interesting character dynamics. And there could be a new villain or group that specifically targets the ANBU, making Naruto's job even more challenging.
Sakura could be one of her main allies. Even in a samurai - themed story, Sakura's medical skills and combat abilities would be useful. She could support fem Naruto in battles and help heal any wounds.
She might be highly empathetic. Naruto has always been able to understand others' feelings. In the role of an ANBU commander, she could use this trait to better understand her team members, their strengths and weaknesses, and be able to assign tasks accordingly. Also, she would probably be a bit of a maverick. She may not always follow the traditional ANBU ways, instead coming up with her own creative solutions to problems, which could both earn her respect and cause some friction within the organization.
One common theme is leadership. Since Naruto is an ANBU commander, stories often explore how he leads his team, makes tough decisions, and earns the respect of his subordinates. Another theme is secrecy and mystery. The ANBU are a secretive organization, so fanfictions usually have elements of hidden agendas and unknown threats. Also, the theme of redemption can be present, as Naruto may try to redeem the ANBU's reputation or certain characters within the organization.
Sakura could be one of her main allies. In the original story, Sakura was Naruto's friend, and in this genderswap version, she would likely support Naruko. Another could be Kakashi. He is always one to see the potential in his students, and he would recognize the importance of guiding Naruko in using her new god - like powers for good.