For me, what sticks isn't necessarily whether the character is good or bad, but rather the sheer force of their will. I tend to remember those who are the most radical, the ones who pursue their quest with unwavering determination, no matter what. It's like "nothing stops this train 😜" once they're on their path.

- In Dragon Ball Z, it's Vegeta I remember—his relentless pursuit of power, plus all the memes of course.
- In Troy, it's Achilles rather than Hector, the unstoppable force driven by destiny.
- Gladiator? Maximus, no question—his resolve is legendary.
- In Heat, it's Al Pacino's character that dominates my memory.
- And in X-Files, it's Mulder, with his obsession for finding his sister, that leaves the deepest impression.

Ultimately, it's the unyielding drive of these characters that makes them stand out, more than their moral alignment.