Because you like Lyra Belacqua in The Golden Compass

Donna Pinciotti is strong, independent, and empathetic. No one messes with her. See them in That '70s Show.

After being resurrected and discovering his new morphing abilities, Alex Mercer uses them to combat the virus now ravaging New York. See them in Prototype Series.

A loyal dinosaur, Yoshi loves both saving the day and chowing down on a good meal. See them in Super Mario Bros..

A courageous boy robot, Mega Man is dedicated to achieving everlasting peace. See them in Mega Man.

Ash Williams is a houseware clerk at S-Mart and the Chosen One. See them in The Evil Dead.

Therese Belivet spent her life letting other people guide her along, and she wants to take control now. See them in Carol.

There's nothing "demi" about this demigod's massive ego. See them in Moana.

Roxie Hart can shoot for the stars even from behind bars. See them in Chicago.

Breaking bones and hearts, Callie Torres has figured out how to put the bones back together. But the hearts? Not so much. See them in Grey's Anatomy.

A level-headed show business icon despite his amphibian status, Kermit is the brains behind the success of the Muppets. See them in The Muppet Movie.

Shana is a red-haired warrior with a black-and-white worldview. See them in Shakugan no Shana.

Frodo might have carried the ring, but Samwise Gamgee carried the ring bearer. See them in The Lord of the Rings.