Because you like Martha Jones in Doctor Who

Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.

Extremely violent and loyal, Sandor Clegane is called the Hound for a reason. See them in Game of Thrones.

Gruff and sarcastic, Detective Harry Dresden use unconventional ways to track down perps, including using magic and the supernatural. See them in The Dresden Files.

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

A few millennia in the mortal realm have caused DEATH to be quite enamored of life. See them in Discworld.

A grumpy tourist trap owner, Grunkle Stan has a few deep secrets. See them in Gravity Falls.

Abbi Abrams is the ultimate wingwoman because she wants nothing more than to have a good time for its own sake. See them in Broad City.

Protecting his family's name and its power are more important to Tywin Lannister than anything or anyone. See them in Game of Thrones.

Marge Gunderson embodies the very best of the American Midwest. She's kind, friendly, and fiercely honest. See them in Fargo.

Empathetic Nausicaa embraces all forms of life, even those that might scare other people. See them in Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind.

For Wreck It Ralph, it's not easy being the bad guy. Especially when you've been designed to destroy but really desire love. See them in Wreck-It Ralph.