Because you like Jesse Aarons in Bridge to Terabithia

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.

A daring hacker, Trinity is one of the few rebels who escaped the Matrix, a simulation in which most of humanity is enslaved. See them in The Matrix.

Liu Kang spends his days training his body and spirit, seeking to become the ultimate warrior. See them in Mortal Kombat.

The irrepressible Lucy Ricardo has never met a challenge she couldn't scheme her way into or out of. See them in I Love Lucy.

Hotheaded and arrogant, Kaneda is nevertheless fiercely protective of the biker gang he leads. See them in Akira.

A good guy who's made some bad choices, Scott Lang is driven in his quest for redemption. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Quentin has his whole life mapped out. It might sound boring, but he likes boring. See them in Paper Towns.

Jacob Black is the boy next door who's also the wolf next door. See them in Twilight.

Maurice Moss is a dedicated IT guy who even talks like a computer. See them in The IT Crowd.

Buttercup is a farm girl turned princess who'd do anything to have her old life back. See them in The Princess Bride.

Roman Roy is an entitled rich boy, but he's smarter than he seems. See them in Succession.