Because you like Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid

Edward Elric has a quick mind along with a quick temper. See them in Fullmetal Alchemist.

Ava may just be the perfect woman. So long as she can pass a Turing test. See them in Ex Machina.

Madoka Kaname's new world of witches is challenging her optimism. Still, even in the worst of circumstances, she holds onto hope. See them in Puella Magi Madoka Magica.

When dealing with a half-demon partner and a world of violence, Kagome Higurashi has plenty of chances for her true courage to shine. See them in Inuyasha.

With the loyalty and pluckiness of a puppy, Nana Komatsu is a hopeless romantic. See them in Nana.

The self-proclaimed "only guilty man in Shawshank prison" has wisdom to share, such as the best way to smuggle a Rita Hayworth poster into a Maine prison. See them in The Shawshank Redemption.

Combining an innocent face with an insatiable bloodlust, Eli recruits friends to join the vampire way of life. See them in Let the Right One In.

Roger Kint is a nervous, weak, ham-handed criminal. We think. See them in The Usual Suspects.

If this slick ad man doesn't like the conversation, he changes it—while drinking and smoking. See them in Mad Men.

Kazuma Kiryu's legendary strength and exploits have earned him the nickname of Dragon of Dojima. See them in Yakuza.

A ruthless militant, Raza will do anything to take down Tony Stark. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

A bookish know-it-all with a bossy streak, Hermione Granger always stands up for what she believes in. See them in Harry Potter Series.