Because you like Henry Spencer in Eraserhead
Frank West enjoys the adventure that comes from his work. But a zombie outbreak might be a little too much even for him. See them in Dead Rising.
A gruff and hardened professional, Marcus Fenix keeps his emotions buried deep. See them in Gears of War.
Bob Belcher runs a lonely burger joint, and even though his wit is lost on his eccentric family, he doesn't let that faze him. See them in Bob's Burgers.
Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.
It's hard enough fighting a war. But it's worse for Commander Shepard, knowing no matter how hard you try, you can't save them all. See them in Mass Effect.
Rupert Giles is a librarian on the outside, fearless evil-fighter on the inside. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Detective Alec Hardy doesn't let anyone get too close to him. See them in Broadchurch.
Troy Bolton is a triple threat: singing, dancing, and basketball. See them in High School Musical.
Turanga Leela is the daughter of two mutants who live in the sewers below New York City. See them in Futurama.
The only constant in Night Vale is Cecil's hypnotic voice. See them in Welcome to Night Vale.
As the hero of time, Link is reborn throughout history, always with the purpose of fighting and defeating the evil Ganon. See them in The Legend of Zelda.