Because you like Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz

A fourth grader without a moral compass, Eric Cartman lives on KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Cheesy Poofs. See them in South Park.

George Costanza is short, stocky, bald, neurotic, and the self-proclaimed "king of the idiots." See them in Seinfeld.

Stoic, cynical, and independent, Homura Akemi is an alluring enigma. See them in Puella Magi Madoka Magica.

An aloof punk rock goddess, Nana Osaki has a surprisingly big heart. See them in Nana.

Although Theon Greyjoy is treated well, he's still essentially a hostage. And that isn't so easy for him to forgive. See them in Game of Thrones.

A super-soldier, Master Chief might be more machine than man. And for humanity's sake, thank God. See them in Halo.

Always headed towards adventure, Goku is frequently with a band of loyal companions at his side. See them in Dragon Ball.

An ironic hipster with a healthy dose of self-deprecation, Dave strives to be cool at all costs. See them in Homestuck.

Puss In Boots is a suave, honorable ladies man/cat who's not above playing cute to get you to let down your guard. See them in Shrek 2.

Clary Fray's philosophy: dive into the supernatural underworld first and ask questions later. See them in City of Bones.

A rugged frontiersman and consummate survivor, Hugh Glass has a relationship with the natural world that is downright spiritual. See them in The Revenant.