Because you like Morticia Addams in The Addams Family
Whatever Sakura Haruno lacks in power, she makes up for in intelligence and bravery. See them in Naruto.
Nick Miller might not have a bank account, but he defintely has a lot of love to give. See them in New Girl.
Where Ash comes from, food and shelter pay for themselves. Even as a penniless vagrant, he is able to pursue his dream of becoming a Pokémon Master See them in Pokemon.
A courageous boy robot, Mega Man is dedicated to achieving everlasting peace. See them in Mega Man.
Curving free kicks and crosses is tough, but keeping her soccer passion from her disapproving family is way tougher for Jess. See them in Bend It Like Beckham.
Part of an elite team of investigators, Abby Sciuto is the happiest Goth to ever work in law enforcement. See them in NCIS.
Whether it's punching a meteor or saving a teen from jumping, Superman tries to be in as many places as Kryptonianly possible. See them in DC Extended Universe.
It's time somebody has to take over. It might as well be Fish Mooney. See them in Gotham.
A bureaucrat in the Land of the Dead, Manuel Calavera is a jaded, sarcastic loner who just might have a hidden heroic side. See them in Grim Fandango.
If you need her, Lisa Simpson will be in her room with her saxophone and a good book. See them in The Simpsons.
CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.