Sumeru, one of the seven regions of Teyvat in the game Genshin Impact, is based on a mix of Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Northern African cultures. The region is heavily influenced by Zoroastrianism, especially in the context of the Sumeru Academia. The geography of Sumeru consists of a mix of rainforests and deserts. The nation worships Lesser Lord Kusanali, the Dendro Archon and God of Wisdom, and follows the lead of the Dendro Archon, whose powers create life from the desert around them. The region is a melting pot of different South Asian and Middle Eastern influences. The previous Dendro Archon might have conquered different nations with their own gods to form an empire called "Sumeru". However, fans have criticized the representation of Sumeru in the game, particularly the lack of darker-skinned characters that would reflect the real-life places Sumeru is based on.