Because you like Rick Flag in DC Extended Universe

Blunt, petty, neurotic, Larry David can never live and let live. See them in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.

Char is always thinking two or three steps ahead of the enemy. See them in Mobile Suit Gundam Series.

As a monster-hunter cursed with supernatural abilities, Geralt of Rivia is a cynic burdened by scruples in an unscrupulous world. See them in The Witcher.

Meticulous Arthur is always prepared, but he may not be ready to be the point man in the criminal world of dream sharing. See them in Inception.

He's the great Black Star, and he's come to assassinate you. See them in Soul Eater.

Tonya Harding has been shoved around her whole life. She just wants to feel free. See them in I Tonya.

A debonair spy, Harry Hart is the epitome of a gentleman, even when he calmly takes down multiple men with a militarized umbrella. See them in Kingsman: The Secret Service.

Susie Salmon has a big heart, even though it's not beating anymore. See them in The Lovely Bones.

A precocious 11-year-old, Satsuki Kusakabe is not quite as grown up as she pretends to be. See them in My Neighbor Totoro.

Elena Gilbert is the quintessential girl-next-door who gets involved with the new "boy" at school. See them in The Vampire Diaries.

In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.