Because you like Max Payne in Max Payne
Ciri had a princess upbringing, and some of the facts of common people's lives are a mystery to her. See them in The Witcher.
As the Rose Bride, Anthy Himemiya is a spectator in the fencing matches fought over her and her power "to revolutionize the world." See them in Revolutionary Girl Utena.
Cinder has been beaten down by the world, but she's learning that her cyborg abilities are pretty helpful. See them in Cinder .
Nadia Vulvokov is a no-nonsense broad with a dark sense of humor and a flippant attitude. See them in Russian Doll.
Mavis Dracula's interests are anything black, scream cheese, and flying around. See them in Hotel Transylvania.
Nozomu's name translates to despair, which is fitting for him. See them in Sayonara, Zetsubo Sensei.
For the sake of science, Kurisu Makise will persevere no matter how deep into the dark secrets of the world she finds herself. See them in Steins;Gate.
Tina Cohen-Chang is a shy loner who becomes a fierce performer on stage. See them in Glee.
An alien living in a temple shaped like a giant woman, Pearl enjoys ballet, fencing, and using her magical spear. See them in Steven Universe.
Alyssa Foley is a blunt and crass teenage runaway. See them in The End of the F World.
Elizabeth Harmon loves to win at chess, but competitive pressure and her past are taking a toll. See them in The Queen's Gambit.
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! .