Because you like Shuya Nanahara in Battle Royale

A reclusive introvert, Liz Sherman has a temper that's literally lethal. See them in Hellboy.

Sideshow Bob is a bitter ex-performer who was forced to do inhumane stunts for slapstick comedy. Now he's exacting revenge on his former boss, a clown. See them in The Simpsons.

Spike Spiegel is a bounty-hunter with a laidback style and lightning-quick moves. See them in Cowboy Bebop.

For somebody who won't answer questions, the enigmatic C.C. sure asks a lot of them. See them in Code Geass.

An alien, a time-traveler, and an esper are following Haruhi Suzumiya, who – unknown to herself – is a near-omnipotent reality warper. See them in The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.

As an undercover cop, Schmidt is getting to relive high school as a cool kid. See them in 21 Jump Street.

Introspective Theodore Twombly would rather observe life than participate in it. See them in Her.

When dealing with a half-demon partner and a world of violence, Kagome Higurashi has plenty of chances for her true courage to shine. See them in Inuyasha.

Anastasia Steele's new boyfriend Christian might as well come with a warning label that reads "Beware: Severe Issues That Might Warrant a Trip to Dr. Phil." See them in Fifty Shades of Grey.

Raphael is a short-fused hothead who loves a good fight and some tasty pizza. See them in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Benji Applebaum is not a total nerd. He also happens to be super into magic. See them in Pitch Perfect.

Years of constant assault by mean classmates, rude teachers, and her abusive mother is making Carrie White want to fight back. See them in Carrie.