Because you like Leslie Burke in Bridge to Terabithia

A librarian and aspiring Egyptologist, Evie O'Connell would rather have her own adventures than just read about them. See them in The Mummy.

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 machete-wielding mass-murderer, Jason Voorhees is a terrifying blank slate. See them in Friday the 13th.

Woody is a selfless leader of Andy's toys who likes change less than a snake in his boots. See them in Toy Story.

Privileged young Bruce's childhood was nearly perfect. Now, his life is anything but. See them in Gotham.

Xander Harris' life motto: laugh in the face of danger and then hide until it goes away. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

When the safety of Hyrule is at stake, Princess Zelda does not hesitate to sacrifice herself for the good of the land. See them in The Legend of Zelda.

Sookie St. James is a klutzy and perfectionist chef who's always there for her friends. See them in Gilmore Girls.

Drusilla's hobbies include dolls, music, and killing people. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Madman, murderer, or musician? No one knows the Phantom behind the mask. See them in The Phantom of the Opera.

Veronica Lodge is a quintessential mean girl trying to make a better life, and a better self. See them in Riverdale.

David Rossi may chase serial killers for a living, but he's more interested in what wine pairs well with tonight's parmigiana. See them in Criminal Minds.