Because you like Merry Brandybuck in The Lord of the Rings

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

Suzy Bishop is only 12, but her withering stare and withdrawn personality are enough to make anyone wilt. See them in Moonrise Kingdom.

When Kat starts to develop confidence, she realizes that there is nothing more powerful than a fat girl who doesn’t give a damn. See them in Euphoria.

Quint is a grizzled shark hunter with a love of the sea. See them in Jaws.

Lorelai Gilmore loves coffee, talking fast, flirting, movie marathons, and her daughter. See them in Gilmore Girls.

Edward Kenway can be reckless and greedy, but he's learning that his ancient ancestry carries a noble burden. See them in Assassin's Creed Series.

A goldfish princess, Ponyo follows her dreams wherever they lead her. See them in Ponyo.

A vampire hunter, Integra Hellsing doesn't tolerate failure, least of all her own. See them in Hellsing.

Kyoya Ootori is possibly the only person who could reasonably go from VP of a school club to ruling the world. See them in Ouran High School Host Club.

While his twin tries to save lives, Millions Knives does the best to end them. See them in Trigun.

Stanley Barber is a loveable goofball with impeccable (if eccentric) fashion sense, unique music taste, and a wealth of strange but useful knowledge. See them in I Am Not Okay With This.

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.