Because you like Miles "Tails" Prower in Sonic the Hedgehog

Gruff and sarcastic, Detective Harry Dresden use unconventional ways to track down perps, including using magic and the supernatural. See them in The Dresden Files.

In charge of stocking the office's supply of cigarettes and liquor, Joan Holloway could run the whole company if they would let her. See them in Mad Men.

Charlie Kelmeckis is a wallflower who's starting to blossom into something more. See them in The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

Stranded on Mars, Mark Watney is armed with quick wits, an electronic diary, disco music, and an undying resolve to make it back. See them in The Martian.

When it comes to dancing and life, nobody puts Frances Houseman in the corner. See them in Dirty Dancing.

Though the weight of a secret robs her of her voice, Melinda is nevertheless artistic, intelligent, and empathetic. See them in Speak .

A baker turned reluctant fighter, Peeta Mellark can charm his way out of just about any situation. See them in The Hunger Games .

Tiffany Doggett is usually a nice, good Christian. Just don't get her riled up! See them in Orange Is The New Black.

Jax Teller can be cool or vengeful, calm or wrathful, depending on the situation. See them in Sons of Anarchy.

Keren Walker is a socialite looking to avoid work, keep a constant buzz, and be as snarky as possible. See them in Will & Grace.

A powerful priestess, Melisandre is shrouded in mystery and lots of red. See them in Game of Thrones.

Serena van der Woodsen is a wild child. Too wild, her friends and family might argue. See them in Gossip Girl.