The Gates of ShiKahr was an ancient story that predated the time of Surak and was an event that came at the end of the First Dynasty. During this time, the Prince of ShiKahr, Ravanok, was betrayed to his enemies. However, his people rose up against their oppressors which stained the sands green with Vulcan blood but this would be too late as the Prince was killed. The only thing left for his people to do was to carry his body away.

Solor used to play Gates of ShiKahr when he was young with his friends on Vulcan. (TOS novel: Vulcan's Soul: Epiphany)