Because you like Count Olaf in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Xena's a warrior on a redemptive quest who excels in extreme sports and uses a whip to block axes in mid-air. See them in Xena Warrior Princess.
A powerful dragon-hunting warrior, Dovahkiin is destined for great things. See them in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Leonidas is not the kind of king who merely gives orders; rather, he's out on the battlefield fighting alongside his men. See them in 300.
When Rin Matsuoka is not swimming, he mostly spends his time brooding or listening to angry Dubstep. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.
Jamal Malik came from humble beginnings in an Indian slub filled with street gangs, but he is destined for bigger things. See them in Slumdog Millionaire.
Puss In Boots is a suave, honorable ladies man/cat who's not above playing cute to get you to let down your guard. See them in Shrek 2.
A literal fallen star, Yvaine is temperamental, sarcastic, and a bit on edge. See them in Stardust.
Yuri Plisetsky's a hotheaded punk off the ice, incredible artist on it. See them in Yuri on Ice.
Sebastien Michaelis is a demonic butler who approaches life with effortless finesse and a diabolical streak. See them in Black Butler.
Both brave and foolhardy, Thomas trusts his instincts above all else. See them in The Maze Runner.
