Because you like Nick Miller in New Girl
Anyone who's said "Don't worry, it's just a dream" never met Freddy Krueger. See them in A Nightmare on Elm Street.
With an undeniable sense of adventure, Huck Finn is an expert at getting into and, more importantly, out of sticky situations. See them in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Dipper Pines is investigating a truly strange town during the world's wildest summer vacation. See them in Gravity Falls.
A tough and compassionate loner, Emma Swan just might be the key to saving an entire fairy tale world. See them in Once Upon a Time.
A wildly brilliant detective, Sherlock Holmes can figure out everything except how to interact with other human beings. See them in Sherlock.
A powerful mob boss, Vito Corleone is always making offers people can't refuse. See them in The Godfather.
The cutest kitty this side of the galaxy, Nepeta Leijon is mischievous, caring, and obsessed with romance. See them in Homestuck.
Mario is a plumber who wears a ridiculous outfit, eats weird looking mushrooms, and fits himself inside your pipes so he can save a princess. See them in Super Mario Bros..
Usagi Tsukino may look like a lazy teen, but when Usagi conjures up her alter ego and calls her Sailor Scout team, no villain stands a chance. See them in Sailor Moon.
Rose Hathaway is a reckless, rebellious smartass who's training to be a royal vampire guardian. See them in Vampire Academy.
John Watson is haunted by his past (who isn't) but he's starting to branch out with some help from a world class detective. See them in Sherlock.
Quentin has his whole life mapped out. It might sound boring, but he likes boring. See them in Paper Towns.