Because you like Boyd Crowder in Justified

Part archaeologist, part philosopher, part politician, Jean-Luc Picard is an unashamed intellectual who runs a tight ship. See them in Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Don't tell anyone Kate Austen was under arrest when the plane crashed. See them in Lost.

A powerful priestess, Melisandre is shrouded in mystery and lots of red. See them in Game of Thrones.

A compassionate medical student, Martha Jones has found a Doctor she can really look up to. See them in Doctor Who.

Honest, true, and just, Ned Stark is a good man. Unfortunately, those traits are not assets in Westerosi politics. See them in Game of Thrones.

Never shy about sharing what she thinks, Beatrice loves to make smart remarks and keep men on their toes. See them in Much Ado About Nothing.

Brandon Teena is an adventurous young man with the courage to be himself. See them in Boys Don't Cry.

A contemptuous aristocrat, Violet Crawley is unafraid to exert her authority and voice her opinions, no matter how harsh they are. See them in Downton Abbey.

A Washington DC fixer, Olivia Pope can make roadblocks disappear with a single phone call. "It's handled" is her life motto. See them in Scandal.

Max Fischer is the President of every club who's fighting to save Latin at his school and kiss his teacher. See them in Rushmore.

A brave but pessimistic nobleman, Boromir knows one does not simply walk into Mordor. See them in The Lord of the Rings.

A powerful mob boss, Vito Corleone is always making offers people can't refuse. See them in The Godfather.