Because you like Robin Scherbatsky in How I Met Your Mother

A believer in the pursuit of justice, Garrus Vakarian hates it when bad guys slip through the cracks of the bureaucratic justice system. See them in Mass Effect.

A powerful dragon-hunting warrior, Dovahkiin is destined for great things. See them in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

A gruff and hardened professional, Marcus Fenix keeps his emotions buried deep. See them in Gears of War.

Frank West enjoys the adventure that comes from his work. But a zombie outbreak might be a little too much even for him. See them in Dead Rising.

Sydney Novak claims she’s “not special,” but her self-reportedly average life changes quickly once she begins to develop powers she can’t control. See them in I Am Not Okay With This.

It's hard enough fighting a war. But it's worse for Commander Shepard, knowing no matter how hard you try, you can't save them all. See them in Mass Effect.

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

Stoic, cynical, and brilliant, Solid Snake was genetically engineered to be the perfect soldier. See them in Metal Gear Series.

An assassin with supernatural gifts, Corvo Attano is the last guy you should frame for murder. See them in Dishonored.

Gou Matsuoka offers to help as manager of a swim team, believing that they're the only ones who can help her brother. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

Kazuma Kiryu's legendary strength and exploits have earned him the nickname of Dragon of Dojima. See them in Yakuza.

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