Because you like Dastan in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
The Genie is the perfect buddy, granting every wish we might have and keeping life good-spirited. See them in Aladdin.
Klaus Baudelaire's photographic memory saves the lives of his siblings many times over. See them in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events.
Tail's smarts and helpful nature come in handy in a pinch. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
Jasmine dreams of something more than palace life, and she's not afraid to go get it. See them in Aladdin.
Basil Hallward is dominated, soul, brain, and power by Dorian. See them in Dorian Gray.
Iris West is a barista and blogger determined to expose a secret. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Vanellope von Schweetz is princess of the Sugar Rush game who could care less about being royal. See them in Wreck it Ralph.
Although she is underestimated, Lagertha never fails to prove her worth as both a warrior and a mother. See them in Vikings.
Ciri had a princess upbringing, and some of the facts of common people's lives are a mystery to her. See them in The Witcher.
Cyclops shoots lasers out of his eyes, destroying anything in his line of sight. See them in X-Men Series.