Picking Favorites

What is that one character that you love above all others?

With every book, movie, tv show that you read/watch people inevitably pick a favorite character. Even if you love them all (which sometimes happens) there is just one person that edges out above the rest.

That's a sign of a good story, I like to think. That a character speaks to you. And someone's favorite character could be the next person's hated one. You're choice says something about you. I'm not sure what, because I haven't figured that part out yet, but it says something.

For example, my favorite characters are usually the tortured ones. Either internally or externally, doesn't matter. And it isn't because I enjoy seeing them in pain; no, its because it shows their strength. Tragic heroes, love 'em.

But then you have those characters, that out of all your favorites, they are on top. You will defend them against any bad word. You will expound upon their awesomeness. You will never understand why no one else sees their worth. And that is a truly great testament to the creator of the character.

I compiled a list of such characters, for me:

Eugenides, from The Thief- He is by far my favorite character out of all characters. He's witty, smart, and perfect. He is a master of deception, often making people underestimate him. Even when his hand was chopped off (I cried for him, I screamed when it happened), he recovered and stole a country. Because he is awesome. And my favorite of favorites. Hands down best character.

Dustfinger, from Inkheart- So if Gen wasn't in the picture, Dustfinger would be my absolute favorite, poor sad soul that he is. He is so homesick that it literally impacts all of his decisions. He watches people, and often thinks of himself as a coward. To a degree that's true, but deep down, he's brave. Plus, he is a fire eater. Fire talks to him. I have a thing for fire, guys, can't help it. It is because of Dustfinger that I threw Inkspell, literally threw the book and bawled. Therefore, he is my baby and nobody should ever hurt him again.

Nico di Angelo, from the Percy Jackson/Heroes of Olympus series- Don't ask me why, for I don't know, but I adore Nico.* He's my darling. And guess what, tortured (if you haven't noticed, all these guys are) by the loss of his sister and the fact that his dad is Hades. You can't be son of the lord of the underworld and not be affected. But I love him, and I haven't quite figured out why.

Murtagh, from the Inhertiance series- Granted, after the second book, this series dragged out too long (my opinion) and it isn't my favorite book series ever (doesn't even make the top ten) it does however have on of my most favorite of characters in it. Murtagh. My poor poor Murtagh. I was his greatest advocate when the whole world turned on him. I defended him against untrue words, (he isn't evil! He's being used. It's not his fault!) and guess what? I. Was. Right. Completely. He got the short of the stick in the series.

There you go. My favorite of favorites.