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A few millennia in the mortal realm have caused DEATH to be quite enamored of life. See them in Discworld.
Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.
Chaos is what killed the dinosaurs, and there's nothing Jason "J.D." Dean loves more than chaos. See them in Heathers.
An alien living in a temple shaped like a giant woman, Pearl enjoys ballet, fencing, and using her magical spear. See them in Steven Universe.
A suave demon, Crowley grants humans their wishes in exchange for their soul, only to find loopholes that benefit him. See them in Supernatural.
Dr. Gordon Freeman is a brilliant physicist is a quiet hero. And given all the violent aliens, he better be. See them in Half-Life.
Privileged young Bruce's childhood was nearly perfect. Now, his life is anything but. See them in Gotham.
Merlin is half awkward teenager, half super-powerful wizard. He serves Prince Arthur of Camelot during the day and illegally learns magic at night. See them in Merlin.
Audrey Horne may seem inquisitive and charming, but she can turn on a dime. See them in Twin Peaks.
In Dennis Reynolds' mind, only a psycho wouldn't have a six-part system to bring home women. And he should know. See them in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia .
Riggan Thomson is a washed-up movie star running from his inner demons. Alas those inner demons look just like the superhero he used to play. See them in Birdman.
Ursula will oh-so-generously grant your wishes for a price. See them in The Little Mermaid.