Because you like Captain Nemo in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
M. Bison is a diabolical megalomaniac hell-bent on dominating the world. See them in Street Fighter.
Tail's smarts and helpful nature come in handy in a pinch. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
Handsome Jack is wearing a mask of his own face to hide his scarred real one. See them in Borderlands Series.
Kilgrave is a domineering, abusive boyfriend. Then, add in the power of mind control. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Extremely violent and loyal, Sandor Clegane is called the Hound for a reason. See them in Game of Thrones.
An upbeat, fun-loving teen, Sora would do anything for his friends. See them in Kingdom Hearts.
Tempestuous and talented, Claire Randall is a woman with a passionate heart and a quick mind. See them in Outlander.
A Silurian lizard woman, Madame Vastra has a penchant for puzzles and interspecies romance. See them in Doctor Who.
Anya Jenkins has a real harsh bark to go with her demonic bite. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Chuck Bartowski is a sweet, laid-back electronics store/top secret government employee. See them in Chuck.
Bodhi Rook is a defected pilot for the Galactic Empire dead set on destroying the Death Star. See them in Rogue One.
Calling Alicia Florrick a "good wife" is damning this smart, capable, thoughtful woman with too-faint praise. See them in The Good Wife.