Because you like Madame Vastra in Doctor Who

A believer in the philosophy of Nietzsche, Dwayne Hoover has taken a vow of silence until he becomes a test pilot for the Air Force. See them in Little Miss Sunshine.

Given his ability to wrench street signs from the ground, Shizuo Heiwajima is a useful one to have in dangerous Ikekuburo. See them in Durarara!!.

Strong-willed Norah Silverberg isn't willing to be the goody bag at anyone's pity party. See them in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.

If this slick ad man doesn't like the conversation, he changes it—while drinking and smoking. See them in Mad Men.

Lexi Howard feels most like herself when she's on stage, but reality always finds a way of pulling her back. See them in Euphoria.

A laid-back wanderer, Ginko has an empathetic, open-minded worldview. See them in Mushishi.

Beneath Yuji Sakai's meek exterior lies an exceptionally keen mind and a strong inner will. See them in Shakugan no Shana.

Ariel knows there's a whole other world above the sea, but exploring it comes at a big price. See them in The Little Mermaid.

An escaped convict on a mission, Sirius Black is brooding, brave, and reckless. See them in Harry Potter Series.

Cynicism is his armor and words are his weapons, but what Tyrion Lannister would really like is some nice wine. See them in Game of Thrones.

If you need her, Lisa Simpson will be in her room with her saxophone and a good book. See them in The Simpsons.