Because you like Clementine Kruczynski in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
How is angel Aziraphale supposed to stop the apocalypse when Hell's forces misplaced the Antichrist somewhere? See them in Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch.
Rukia Kuchiki is a cool and collected warrior who has trouble opening up to anyone. See them in Bleach.
Joel is a hardened, jaded survivor who keeps finding things to fight for. See them in The Last of Us.
Whatever Sakura Haruno lacks in power, she makes up for in intelligence and bravery. See them in Naruto.
Liu Kang spends his days training his body and spirit, seeking to become the ultimate warrior. See them in Mortal Kombat.
He might look like a pretty boy, but resourceful Leon Scott Kennedy is the man to have at your side during a crisis. See them in Resident Evil Series.
Konata Izumi has a live-now, worry-later view of the world. See them in Lucky Star.
Whether it's punching a meteor or saving a teen from jumping, Superman tries to be in as many places as Kryptonianly possible. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Both intelligent and empathetic, Remus Lupin is worn down by the weight of a secret. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Albus Dumbledore oversees the most unsafe school in recorded history, with Dementors and giant arachnids run amok. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Tamaki Suoh is always the star of the scene because he's the one making a scene. See them in Ouran High School Host Club.
When the going gets tough, Dre Johnson gets tougher. Well, he'd like to think he does. See them in Blackish.