This episode in Asterix's adventures probably refers to the struggle of the villagers of Bourdigou against the State's mission to develop the Languedoc-Roussillon coast as a holiday resort. Once again, the Gallic village was able to overcome Caesar's ambitions, unlike Bourdigou, which was razed to the ground despite the struggle of its inhabitants. However, Le domaine des Dieux gave public opinion a new perspective on the Racine mission. Indeed, the climate is becoming more contentious under the new government.