Because you like Kathryn Merteuil in Cruel Intentions
Garnet is a Crystal Gem who'll protect her friends with her life. See them in Steven Universe.
Daniel LaRusso is a Jersey kid in L.A. who is learning about karate and life from the mysterious Mr. Miyagi. See them in The Karate Kid.
Carl Gallagher is a budding psychopath fascinated with rule breaking. See them in Shameless.
Nick Miller might not have a bank account, but he defintely has a lot of love to give. See them in New Girl.
It's easy to see why Poe Dameron would side with the rebellion: he's bad at taking orders, likes to show off, and is committed to the cause. See them in Star Wars Series.
Philip J. Fry accidentally cryogenically froze himself for a millennium. See them in Futurama.
Merlin is half awkward teenager, half super-powerful wizard. He serves Prince Arthur of Camelot during the day and illegally learns magic at night. See them in Merlin.
Reckless, vulgar, loud-mouthed: that's what makes Amethyst so awesome. See them in Steven Universe.
Despite the dissolution of his state, Prussia hangs on – mooching off his younger brother Germany and reading comics. See them in Axis Powers Hetalia.
He tells you everything you need to know: "I. Am. Groot." See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
A vain and arrogant womanizer, Roy Mustang has hidden depths. See them in Fullmetal Alchemist.