Because you like Cory Matthews in Boy Meets World
Raz is a 10-year-old boy who mostly stays in his own head, which makes sense since that's where he is strongest. See them in Psychonauts.
John Watson is haunted by his past (who isn't) but he's starting to branch out with some help from a world class detective. See them in Sherlock.
A wildly brilliant detective, Sherlock Holmes can figure out everything except how to interact with other human beings. See them in Sherlock.
Howl puts the "tortured" in tortured artist. He just wants to be recognized for his work, but no one wants to trust a boy that sorta looks like a bird. See them in Howl's Moving Castle.
Just because Dracula wants to suck your blood doesn't mean he's not a gentleman. See them in Dracula.
If anyone can stay optimistic and friendly under harsh alien rule, it's Alyx Vance. See them in Half-Life 2.
A fun-loving jokester, Alistair isn't ready for the responsibilities he faces. See them in Dragon Age Series.
Imperator Furiosa is a badass patriarchy toppler. She'll do anything to secure a better, freer future for the women she cares for. See them in Mad Max: Fury Road.
An exuberant prankster, Naruto Uzumaki craves acknowledgement of any kind. See them in Naruto.
Jenko was top dog in high school. Now he's bottom of the pack in the police academy. See them in 21 Jump Street.
Frank N. Furter is just a sweet transvestite with some not-so-sweet plans. See them in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.