Hold onto your dragon saddles, folks, because things in Westeros just got a whole lot more confusing (and a little less fiery). "House of the Dragon" fans are up in arms, and this time, it's not about another gruesome death or shocking betrayal. The source of the latest fandom frenzy? Syrax, Rhaenyra Targaryen's loyal dragon, seems to have developed a rather unfortunate case of…shrinking dragon syndrome?

Size Matters: Syrax Faces Off Against Vhagar (and Fans Cry Foul)

The drama unfolded in episode five, "Regent," where a desperate Rhaenyra grapples with mounting losses in the Dance of Dragons.

With the monstrous Vhagar, ridden by the ruthless Aemond Targaryen, decimating her allies, Rhaenyra sees Syrax as her last hope. But there's one glaring problem: Syrax, once promised to grow as large as Caraxes, is now dwarfed by the ancient Vhagar.

"It's like bringing a dragon kite to a dragon fight!" exclaimed one fan on Twitter, reflecting the general sentiment online.

The internet, naturally, erupted with memes of Syrax photoshopped next to a house cat, a chihuahua, and even a particularly large pumpkin, all to highlight the perceived discrepancy.

Growing Pains: Did Syrax Skip Her Dragon Growth Spurt?

Adding to the confusion are flashbacks to season one, where young Rhaenyra is told that Syrax "is growing quickly" and will one day be as formidable as Caraxes, Daemon Targaryen's fearsome (and noticeably larger) mount. So, what happened? Did Syrax miss her daily dose of dragon growth hormone? Did the writers forget their own lore?

"Did they swap Syrax out for a younger model between seasons?" one bewildered viewer pondered on Reddit.

Some fans have speculated that Syrax's size might be a deliberate plot device, hinting at illness or even magical interference.

Others argue that it's simply an oversight by the showrunners, a continuity error in a series already facing scrutiny for its fast-paced timeline.

Dragon-Sized Plot Hole or Clever Misdirection? The Debate Rages On

Whether it's a genuine mistake or a carefully calculated move, Syrax's diminished stature has certainly added a new layer of intrigue to the Dance of the Dragons. Will Rhaenyra risk her dragon's life in a David-and-Goliath battle against Vhagar? Will Syrax prove that size isn't everything, unleashing a fiery fury that belies her smaller frame?

"Honestly, at this point, I wouldn't be surprised if Syrax pulled a reverse-Tinkerbell and grew stronger with every 'She's bigger in the books!' comment," joked one fan, capturing the mix of amusement and frustration swirling through the fandom.

Whatever the explanation, one thing's for sure: "House of the Dragon" has once again mastered the art of keeping viewers glued to their screens, even if it means leaving them wondering if their eyes are playing tricks on them.