Because you like Wendy Testaburger in South Park
Always headed towards adventure, Goku is frequently with a band of loyal companions at his side. See them in Dragon Ball.
Leonidas is not the kind of king who merely gives orders; rather, he's out on the battlefield fighting alongside his men. See them in 300.
Oliver Tate is extremely articulate but hopelessly awkward. That's not a recipe for teenage happiness. See them in Submarine.
An ironic hipster with a healthy dose of self-deprecation, Dave strives to be cool at all costs. See them in Homestuck.
JJ Mayfair is a loyal friend, but reckless behavior and a drug habit make relationships rocky. See them in Outer Banks.
Stewie Griffin is just your average evil-genius, talking, sociopathic baby. See them in Family Guy.
Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.
Marshall Eriksen is a lawyer in love who is enjoying life. See them in How I Met Your Mother.
Gruff and sarcastic, Detective Harry Dresden use unconventional ways to track down perps, including using magic and the supernatural. See them in The Dresden Files.
Steve Stifler is more than just a dude with a hot mom. He's also rude, profane, and obnoxious. See them in American Pie.
Ted Mosby is a hopelessly romantic architect in search of someone to be the mother of his children. See them in How I Met Your Mother.