Because you like Schmidt in New Girl

In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.

Donatello might come off as a tad nerdy, but don't let his geekiness fool you. He's a trained ninja and a skilled fighter. See them in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Erlich Bachman is an overconfident wannabe mentor blowing all types of smoke around the tech industry. See them in Silicon Valley.

An off-beat dork, John Egbert is funny, inventive, and endlessly optimistic. See them in Homestuck.

In his heart, this student rebel is more of a lover than a fighter. See them in Les Miserables.

James Gordon happens to be the one guy in Gotham City with proper morals who doesn't also run around in a cape. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Privileged young Bruce's childhood was nearly perfect. Now, his life is anything but. See them in Gotham.

Being beautiful and rich doesn't guarantee happiness for Cheryl Blossom. See them in Riverdale.

Garnet is a Crystal Gem who'll protect her friends with her life. See them in Steven Universe.

Samwell Tarly is a scholar, not a fighter. But that's not good for an aspiring member of the Night's Watch. See them in Game of Thrones.

Scooby-Doo always keeps his priorities in order: eat snacks first, solve mysteries later. See them in Scooby-Doo.

Jasmine dreams of something more than palace life, and she's not afraid to go get it. See them in Aladdin.