Because you like Beth March in Little Women

Ellie is more world-weary than most 14-year-olds. You would be too if your world was infested with zombies. See them in The Last of Us.

Dazai Osamu's last goal in life would be to commit double suicide with a beautiful woman. Unfortunately, no one he meets seems to share the same interest. See them in Bungou Stray Dogs.

It doesn't matter how noble or brave he is. Jon Snow is a bastard, and people don't let him forget it. See them in Game of Thrones.

Few high school students could be less concerned with labels. See them in Ouran High School Host Club.

When it comes to flattery, manipulation, and politics, Oswald Cobblepot can play with the best of them. See them in Gotham.

Impassive, overly literal, and a little short on people skills, Angel dedicates her life to enforcing the rules. See them in Angel Beats!.

Whatever Sakura Haruno lacks in power, she makes up for in intelligence and bravery. See them in Naruto.

Raised to happily follow the rules, Cassia might actually be more rebellious than she thinks she is. See them in Matched .

The main priority for Nagisa Hazuki is making sure that everyone has fun. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

Winry Rockbell is an energetic tomboy mechanic with an empathetic streak. See them in Fullmetal Alchemist.

Due to his eagerness to hang with his kids and general goofiness, Phil Dunphy comes across as the fourth child of his family. See them in Modern Family.

Carl Fredricksen is a crotchety old man who may just have it in him to take one last, great adventure. See them in Up.