Because you like Dr. Gordon Freeman in Half-Life

Princess Fiona is a damsel who doesn't need saving, but she's cursed with an embarrassing secret. See them in Shrek.

Mike Hannigan is a lawyer-turned-pianist who loves to tap into his kooky side. See them in Friends.

Rory Williams is a caring companion whose specialty is looking after others. See them in Doctor Who.

Carl Fredricksen is a crotchety old man who may just have it in him to take one last, great adventure. See them in Up.

Frodo might have carried the ring, but Samwise Gamgee carried the ring bearer. See them in The Lord of the Rings.

When Andrew Neiman is not in classes during the day, he's rehearsing his drums until his hands bleed at night. See them in Whiplash.

Clarice Starling is patiently working with one serial killer to stop another. See them in The Silence of the Lambs.

His elfin self-confidence can border on pretension, but Legolas Greenleaf is a fearsome fighter and a loyal friend. See them in The Lord of the Rings.