Because you like Ishmael in Moby Dick

Castiel might be an immortal angel, but the human world is still more than a little confusing. See them in Supernatural.

Whether it's randomly bursting into song or writing Nancy Drew fan-fiction, Jess proudly marches to the beat of her own drum. See them in New Girl.

Kat Stratford is part of the "out" crowd and proud of it. See them in 10 Things I Hate About You.

You'll never get Alaska Young. And that's the whole point. See them in Looking for Alaska.

Suzaku Kururugi defeats enemies with his flashy but deadly jump kicks. But he's willing to sacrifice himself for peace. See them in Code Geass.

Susanna Kaysen is an aspiring writer, despairing young woman who struggles with suicidal thoughts. See them in Girl, Interrupted.

Rick Sanchez is a gruff, alcoholic mad scientist, with the emphasis on "mad." See them in Rick and Morty.

Nick Miller might not have a bank account, but he defintely has a lot of love to give. See them in New Girl.

The only defense Earth has against alien invaders are giant robots in the hands of pilots like Kaworu. See them in Neon Genesis Evangelion.

Samwell Tarly is a scholar, not a fighter. But that's not good for an aspiring member of the Night's Watch. See them in Game of Thrones.

Trevor Phillips is an unpredictable maniac who tortures people for no reason. See them in Grand Theft Series.

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