It is called the Klingon Historybook Restoration Project, or the KHRP.
It includes every Klingon legend, myth or proven fact known to Terrans at this time.
Pre-A.D. 869
Klingon pre-history. Sometime during this period, an evil tyrant Emperor name
Molor rose to power.
A.D. 869
There was once a tyrant Emporer named Molor. Kahless the Unforgettable saw
this, and knew that it was not good. He travelled to the Kri'stak Volcano,
and, upon arrival, took a lock of hair from his head and dropped it in the
lava. Then, plunging the fiery lock into the lake of Lusor, he twisted it
into a blade. Using the formidable blade he had just created, Kahless
returned from the lake of Lusor and killed the tyrant Molor, and founded the
Klingon Empire and became its First Emperor. Kahless named the blade
"batlh'etlh", meaning sword of honor.
batlh'etlh are still used today, some 1500 years later.
A.D. 874
Kahless the Unforgettable's brother was named Morath. Morath was a
dishonorable man. He once lied, bringing shame upon his family. Driven by
anger and his sense of righteousness, Kahless pursued his brother, who fled
the city. Kahless caught up with Morath and faced him in a fight. The brothers
fought for twelve days and twelve nights. Finally, Kahless, being the
stronger and more honorable, won the fight and killed Morath.
One time it came to pass that Kahless the Unforgettable was staying at the
town of Quin'lat during a mighty storm. The winds battered the town wall and
threatened to level the town. A young man full of pride said, "I will go
outside the town and make the winds respect me." He walked outside, and the
mighty winds smashed him against the walls, killing him. Kahless, who had
watched the entire drama calmly, commented, "The wind does not respect a
fool."
A.D. 995
The Story of the Promise is given as Kahless leaves his Throne, telling his
people he is going to Sto-Vo-Kor, and disappears from Klingon History.
His eldest son, Kang, becomes Emperor.
A.D. 1067
A simple prophecy from the Temple of Kahless:
From the fire skies of Borath, to the First City of Quo'nos
All must know what will and shall be
The Power, the Honor, The Glory...
Of he who made us
Of he who will come for us once again
And rid us of the Terran man
Prepare for the Power, the Honor, the Glory...
Of the Almight KAHLESS
Perhaps like the myths of most cultures, the legends of Kahless were invented to explain something that early Klingons could not. I read in a fanzine/newsletter once about a Klingon fish whose jawbone was thought to be the first batlh'etlh. The legend of the batlh'etlh of course states that Kahless took one of his own hairs and thrust it into a river, then pulled out the sword of honor, the first batlh'etlh. When I had finished this article I theorized that maybe when Kahless stuck his hand under the water, he caught and killed one of these fish and pulled up its jawbone to use as a weapon. Both stories seem to blend well. Now, as for filling the ocean with his tears, I do not know what could have had that appearance. If Klingons have no tear ducts, then tears would be an unknown concept to them. My best guess is that even with the lack of tear ducts, Klingons must have some organ that is responsible for keeping the eyes lubricated and moist, and that maybe the use of the word "tears" is the best equivilant when translated into english. Just a theory.
A.D. 1329
An Alien race called the HerQ conquers Qo'noS.
A.D. 1432
The Klingons rebel and defeat their conquerors, and attain their space travel
technology. They vow to never be a conquered people again. The Legend of
Kahless is developed as Kahless is further immortalized by priests and clerics.
B'Kal becomes Emperor.
A.D. 1433
Remaining HerQ, now enslaved by Klingons, escape Qo'noS, taking with them the
Sword of Kahless, the revered First batlh'etlh Kahless used to slay Molor.
They remain unheard of for 1000+ years.
A.D. 1501
Based on the Story of the Promise, Klingon Clerics migrate to the planet
Boreth and establish a Monestary that is fated to become the
Most Sacred of places to Klingons.
A.D. 1501-1869
Exact date unknown. It is believed that sometime between these years the
Emperor Sompek, destined to be one of Qo'noS's greatest legendary heroes,
led 10,000 warriors to capture the city of T'Ongpey after a long siege in
what would become known as "The Battle of T'Ongpey".
A.D. 1869
Kroloth the Last Emperor dies. His heir, Boltok, forms the High Council,
installs himself as Chancellor, or Leader of the High Council, and
abolishes the office of Emperor, and creates an elaborate Rite of Succession.
A.D. 2218
Disasterous first contact attempt by the United Federation of Planets. Not
understanding Klingon distrust of aliens from the Hon'Q years, this attempt
begins friction between the two powers.
A.D. 2223
Relations with the UFP deteriorate to an all time low, and hostilities begin.
A.D. 2267
War breaks out between The Empire and the UFP. It is prevented by the race
called Organians and the Organian Peace treaty is forced upon the two powers.
A.D. 2268
Empire forms a brief alliance with the Romulan Star Empire and attains
cloaking technology.
A.D. 2271
Alien V'Ger passes through Klingon space and destroys 3 K't'inga battle
cruisers, among them the IKC Amar.
A.D.2290
Sleeper ship, T'Ong, under the command of Captain K'Temok, is launched on a
classified mission.
A.D. 2292
Alliance with Romulans collapses, making the two powers blood enemies.
Empire developes a experimental Bird of Prey that can fire while cloaked.
A.D. 2293
Praxis, a Qo'noS moon explodes, severly damaging the planet. Chancellor
Gorkon seeks to open diplomatic relations with the UFP and is assassinated.
His daughter, Azetbur, the only female Leader, negotiates the famous
Khitomer Accords. The way to peace is open.
A.D. 2340
Worf, son of Mogh, is born on Qo'noS.
A.D. 2344
Klingon outpost at Narendra III is attacked by Romulans. Federation starship
U.S.S. Enterprise, NCC-1701-C, comes to the Klingon's aid and is destroyed.
This paves the way for more peace between the Empire and the UFP.
A.D. 2345
Kurn, son of Mogh, brother of Worf is born.
A.D. 2346
Mogh follows Ja'rod whom he suspects of treason to Khitomer. He takes his
whole family except for infant son Kurn, whom he leaves in the care of his
friend Lorgh. Ja'rod transmits secret accesscodes to a Romulan fleet and
Romulan Khitomer massacre takes place with only 2 survivors, Worf, son of
Mogh, and his ghojmok, Kahlest. Lorgh raises Kurn as his own son.
A.D. 2355
Worf reaches Age of Accension.
A.D. 2357
Worf enters StarFleet Academy, becoming the first Klingon ever in the
Feseradtion StarFleet.
A.D. 2360
Kurn, son of Lorgh, reaches the Age of Accension and learns he is really the
son of Mogh.
A.D. 2365
T'Ong returns from its long trip.
A.D. 2366
Klingon warriors capture a Romulan warship and in its record banks find that
a Klingon betrayed his people to the Romulans. They don't know the name of
the traitor, even though it was Ja'rod. Duras, son of Ja'rod, convinces
the council to frame Mogh for the treason. Since the Duras Family is powerful,
and they fear civil war if the truth were known, K'Mpec and the High Council
reluctantly agree, believing Worf's life in the Federation would prevent him
challenging the decision, and also not knowing about Kurn. Kurn reveals
himself to Worf, and tells him of Mogh's dishonor. Worf returns to Qo'noS
and challenges. Later withdraws his challenge and accepts discommendation
for the good of the Empire. Kurn's true Family remains unknown except to
the council.
A.D 2367
Council Leader K'Mpec dies, poisoned by Duras aboard the IKC Bortas in deep
space. Federation Starship Enterprise Captain Jean-Luc Picard made Arbitor of
Succession at K'Mpec's own request. Only 2 challengers arrive, Duras and
Gowron, son of M'Rel. Worf claims Right of Vengence after Duras kills
Worf's mate K'Ehleyr. Gowron stands unapposed for Cancellor Seat.
A.D. 2368
The Sisters of Duras, Lursa and B'Etor seek to take control of the Council
through Toral, the illegitamite son of Duras. The Klingon Civil War begins.
Gowron restores the House of Mogh after Worf and Kurn, whose true family is
revealed, offer him the support of 4 squadrons. Worf resigns StarFleet and
joins Gowron's side.
A.D. 2369
Civil War ends with the defeat of the Duras Family. The sisters escape as
Toral's life is given to Worf who spares it. Kurn is given a seat on the
High Council as Worf returns to StarFleet. Kang and Koloth die, killed by
the Albino on a mission with Kor and Jadzia Dax.
Klingon clerics, unhappy with Gowron, on Boreth create a clone of Kahless
the Unforgettable in an attempt to fulfill the Story of the Promise.
Worf exposes the farce, but the Clone is installed
as Ceremonial Emporer, to be the spiritual leader of the people.
A.D. 2373
Duras sisters are killed in battle fighting Federation Starship Enterprise-D
as their ship is destroyed.
A.D. 2374
Fearing the Dominion from the Gamma Quadrant has caused the collapse of the
military Government on the planet of Cardassia Prime, Gowron orders the invasion of
Cardassia. UFP condemns the action, causing the Klingons to withdraw from
the Khitomer accords and all peace treaties as hostilities between the two powers
are renewed. Worf rejects Gowron's actions, causing the House of Mogh to loose
all lands, and titles as Kurn is removed from the Council.Toral, son of Duras is killed
by Kor, while on a mission with Worf and Jadzia Dax to recover the lost
Sword of Kahless. A dishonored Kurn, failing to get Worf to kill him and regain
his honor, has his memory erased and is given a new identity by a friend of Mogh.
He becomes Ro'dan, son of Nogra.
The storm at Quin'lat
A storm was heading towards the city of Quin'lat.
The people sort protection within the walls,
all except one man who remained outside.
Kahless went to him and said "What are you doing?"
"I am not afraid of the wind", he said, "I will not hide my face behind stone and mortar."
"I will stand before the wind and make it respect me."
Kahless honoured his choice and went inside.
The next day the storm came and the man was killed.
Kahless said to the people, "The wind does not respect a fool."
QIn'latDaq SuS'a'
QIn'lat veng jaHtaH SuS'a'
veHnaghmeyDaq QanmeH nejta' ghotpu'
'ach Hur ratlhta' wa' loD
ghaHDaq jaHta' qeylIS' 'ej jatlh nuq bIvangtaH
mughIjbe' SuS jatlh nagh ruSwI' je vISo'be' qabwIj
SuSDaq vIQam 'ej muvuvmoH 'oH
batlh Qochbe'ta' qeylIS 'ej vengDaq jaHta'
jajchu' ghoSpu' jevwI' 'ej loD HoHpu' 'oH
ghotpu' jatlh qeylIS qoH vuvbe' SuS