Because you like Dr. Gordon Freeman in Half-Life
With those dearest to him dead and no one to trust, Max Rockatansky is a slightly hysterical man alone on the run in a post-apocalyptic world. See them in Mad Max: Fury Road.
Raphael is a short-fused hothead who loves a good fight and some tasty pizza. See them in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
A ruthless militant, Raza will do anything to take down Tony Stark. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
A machete-wielding mass-murderer, Jason Voorhees is a terrifying blank slate. See them in Friday the 13th.
Francis Freeman may be impervious to pain, but he sure knows how to inflict it. See them in Deadpool.
If there's power in being average, Mikado Ryugamine will find it and use it. See them in Durarara!!.
With an undeniable sense of adventure, Huck Finn is an expert at getting into and, more importantly, out of sticky situations. See them in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
This thrill-seeking driver lives by a very particular moral code. He stands by his word and he's loyal to a fault. See them in Drive.
CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.
The only constant in Night Vale is Cecil's hypnotic voice. See them in Welcome to Night Vale.
Davos Seaworth is steadfast, intelligent, and trustworthy, which are hard traits to find in a place like Westeros. See them in Game of Thrones.
A majestic ruler, Mufasa is respected throughout the animal kingdom. See them in The Lion King.