Water Tribe
The Northern and Southern Water Tribes make their homes in the cold, ice-covered poles of the world and are based off of Inuit culture. The tribes wear the furs and skins typical of Inuits and they also use weapons made of bone and other animal materials.
Air Nomads
The simple robes worn by the Tibetan Buddhist monks are a representation of their renouncement of worldly pleasure, similar to the values seen in Avatar Aang and the other members of the air nation throughout the animated series.
Red is the most commonly worn color among Tibetan monks, representing the sacred realm in Tibet. Other colors such as yellow and saffron are worn rarely by Tibetan monks but are more commonly worn by the Air Nomads in the show.
Earth Kingdom
The Earth Kingdom is the largest of the four nations in the Avatar universe. As a result, the clothing styles tend to vary depending on the location within the kingdom but are all inspired by traditional Chinese cultures and clothing.
Fire Nation
The Fire Nation in Avatar: The Last Airbender is primarily based on Imperial Japan. The nation’s culture, architecture, and military tactics reflect the historical and cultural influences of Japan, particularly during its height as an imperial power.
The Cultures That Shaped Avatar: The Last Airbender’s World
