Kovikh was a male Klingon in the third century of Kahless (or the late 16th century and early 17th century by Earth's calendar), known as one of the greatest composers of Klingon opera. Among his most famous works are The Battle of Gal-Mok and River of Blood, which were initially staged at the amphitheater on Ty'Gokor. (GKN novel: A Good Day to Die)