Because you like Anya Jenkins in Buffy the Vampire Slayer

From arguing for democracy in the Galactic Senate to pursuing a forbidden romance, Padme Amidala handles danger gracefully. See them in Star Wars Series.

Cisco Ramon is a proud, enthusiastic member of a superhero support team. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Dustin Henderson doesn't let the bullies get to him. He's secure in who he is and that his friends have his back. See them in Stranger Things.

Cinderella will sacrifice herself to keep her family's memory alive. See them in Cinderella (Live Action).

Brian Griffin is the most scholarly member of the family—when he's not drunk on martinis. See them in Family Guy.

Simon Spier has long known that he's gay, but he doesn't know how to open up about that – even to his closest friends See them in Love, Simon.

Driven by obsession and anxiety, Monk bravely overcomes, or at least battles, his fears to help the world. See them in Monk.

Jim Hopper is a weary and beaten down police officer who numbs his pain through beer, pills, and cigarettes. See them in Stranger Things.

Oliver Tate is extremely articulate but hopelessly awkward. That's not a recipe for teenage happiness. See them in Submarine.

What Troy Barnes lacks in common sense, he makes up for with heart. See them in Community.

Haley Dunphy's interests include shopping, dating, and avoiding homework at all costs. See them in Modern Family.

C is for cookie, and that's more than good enough for him. See them in Sesame Street.