Because you like Arwen in The Lord of the Rings
Alex Dunphy's self-reliant intelligence comes with a healthy dash of sarcasm. See them in Modern Family.
Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.
Linda Belcher doesn't prescribe to what society deems as "normal." She narrates her life through song, much to the alarm of everyone nearby. See them in Bob's Burgers.
Stefan Salvatore was the golden boy when he was alive. Can he keep it up as a vampire? See them in The Vampire Diaries.
Strong-willed Norah Silverberg isn't willing to be the goody bag at anyone's pity party. See them in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.
Villanelle is a hired assassin who loves committing murder as much as she loves dressing up in fancy pink ballgowns. See them in Killing Eve.
Whether it's a companion he’s failed or lingering guilt from the war, the Doctor can never truly let go of his past lives. See them in Doctor Who.
Waylon Smithers would do anything for his boss, and would love to do a few things *to* him. See them in The Simpsons.
Daniel LaRusso is a Jersey kid in L.A. who is learning about karate and life from the mysterious Mr. Miyagi. See them in The Karate Kid.