Because you like Schmidt in New Girl

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.

Raphael is a short-fused hothead who loves a good fight and some tasty pizza. See them in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Clementine is a beacon of innocence in a dangerous, deadly world. See them in The Walking Dead (Video Game).

Ron Burgundy is a news anchor who signs off with "Stay classy, San Diego" or whatever his teleprompter says. Bonus: he plays the jazz flute. See them in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.

Belle has ready every storybook in town, and she's slowly realizing that life is no fairytale. See them in Beauty and the Beast.

L is enigmatic, child-like, and one of the smartest people in the world. See them in Death Note.

Hiccup Haddock III may be the only Viking nerd in recorded history. See them in How to Train Your Dragon.

An agile and powerful swordswoman, Saber is a dignified warrior down to her bones. See them in Fate/Stay Night.

As the Rose Bride, Anthy Himemiya is a spectator in the fencing matches fought over her and her power "to revolutionize the world." See them in Revolutionary Girl Utena.

While he might be too cool for school, Soul isn't too cool to do the right thing. See them in Soul Eater.

Peppy and optimistic, Joy is totally lost when it comes to dealing with Sadness. See them in Inside Out.

An infamous vampire, Alucard is a one-man killing machine with a philosophical side. See them in Hellsing.