Because you like Winston Smith in 1984

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.

For the sake of science, Kurisu Makise will persevere no matter how deep into the dark secrets of the world she finds herself. See them in Steins;Gate.

Despite Norman Bates' typically kind and shy personality, he is also prone to occasional violent outbursts. See them in Bates Motel.

Mike Ehrmantraut is rutheless, merciless, and probably the most endearing hitman you've ever met. See them in Breaking Bad.

King Schultz is about as color-blind as a man of his era can be. See them in Django Unchained.

Illiterate and oblivious, Crash Bandicoot is still a hero. See them in Crash Bandicoot.

Gilderoy Lockhart's biggest idol is himself. See them in Harry Potter Series.

How lucky are we that Arthur Curry, the King of Atlantis, hasn't taken over the surface world? Very! See them in DC Extended Universe.

Though she has the normal insecurities of a 15-year-old, Aurora is both courageous and empathetic. See them in Maleficent.

Part archaeologist, part philosopher, part politician, Jean-Luc Picard is an unashamed intellectual who runs a tight ship. See them in Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Milhouse Van Houten is happy to be second banana. See them in The Simpsons.

A powerful priestess, Melisandre is shrouded in mystery and lots of red. See them in Game of Thrones.