Because you like Rick Blaine in Casablanca
Ellie is more world-weary than most 14-year-olds. You would be too if your world was infested with zombies. See them in The Last of Us.
John Locke is an eerily calm, confident believer in the magic of the island that gave him his legs back. See them in Lost.
Given his ability to wrench street signs from the ground, Shizuo Heiwajima is a useful one to have in dangerous Ikekuburo. See them in Durarara!!.
One of Freddie Mercury's songs is "We Will Rock You." And does he ever! See them in Bohemian Rhapsody.
The Ice King is lonely and looking for a princess to sweep him off his feet. See them in Adventure Time.
A daughter of a pair of superheroes, Hope van Dyne is scientist is brilliant and fearsome. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Andy Dwyer might not be completely literate, but he makes up for it in spirit. See them in Parks and Recreation.
In Dennis Reynolds' mind, only a psycho wouldn't have a six-part system to bring home women. And he should know. See them in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia .
There are rumors that the Spirit was an Egyptian Pharaoh in his past, but without any memories, he doesn't know how true they are. See them in Yu-Gi-Oh! .
Severus Snape is a misanthropic potions teacher with a vindictive streak. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Motivated by a strong sense of curiosity, fleet-footed Lina Mayfleet is happiest when she's on the move. See them in The City of Ember.