Because you like Jack Bauer in 24

Reclusive, quiet, and seemingly emotionless, Lain Iwakura feels like an outsider in her hyper-connected world. See them in Serial Experiments Lain.

From his attire to his form while running, aesthetics rule Rei Ryugazaki's life. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

Misato Katsuragi is never without a beer in her hand or her pet penguin by her side. See them in Neon Genesis Evangelion.

He's the great Black Star, and he's come to assassinate you. See them in Soul Eater.

Being beautiful and rich doesn't guarantee happiness for Cheryl Blossom. See them in Riverdale.

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

A ball of cheerful energy, Pinkie Pie is as sweet as her name suggests and lives to bring others joy with laughter and parties. See them in My Little Pony.

The main priority for Nagisa Hazuki is making sure that everyone has fun. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

The Sohma family is just plain cursed, and Yuki Sohma has to learn to live with it – or so he thinks. See them in Fruits Basket.

You'll never get Alaska Young. And that's the whole point. See them in Looking for Alaska.

While Cassie Ainsworth's head is always in the clouds, her heart is always in the right place. See them in Skins.

Amy March blends her naturally artistic spirit with a sense of practicality. See them in Little Women.