Being wet all the time because of some jerk dragon sounds less life threatening than just...

"That's really, really petty for someone who goes around demanding respect. Kind of childish, if you ask me!"

Popp is, arguably, an expert on being childish. He knows what he's talking about! Case in point...

"I mean, I usually whine at people who care about me until they bring me blankets and soup. Your friends and family need to be nice to you when you're sick; that's the only good part."