Because you like Cookie Monster in Sesame Street
Romantic, impulsive, and captivated by the joys of life, Natasha Rostova is on the messy path of growing up. See them in War and Peace.
A free-spirited artist, Marjane Satrapi is living under the shadow of an oppressive society. See them in Persepolis.
An aloof punk rock goddess, Nana Osaki has a surprisingly big heart. See them in Nana.
Daring on a bike but haunted in his personal life, even Johnny Blaze isn't fast enough to outride his past. See them in Ghost Rider.
Tina Belcher is on the cusp of puberty, and she has no shame when it comes to boys, butts, and brassieres. See them in Bob's Burgers.
The black sheep of his family, Rhett Butler grew up to have charm and to see things as they are. He just doesn't give a damn anymore. See them in Gone with the Wind.
Stoic, cynical, and brilliant, Solid Snake was genetically engineered to be the perfect soldier. See them in Metal Gear Series.
Aldous Snow is a rock star who plays hard and parties harder. See them in Get Him to the Greek.
Napoleon Dynamite loves tater tots, mythical beasts, and reveling in his awkwardness. See them in Napoleon Dynamite.
Yuki Cross is a cheerful, funny, bold young woman with hidden insecurities. See them in Vampire Knight.
A fourth grader without a moral compass, Eric Cartman lives on KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Cheesy Poofs. See them in South Park.