Klingons don’t just fight with bat’leths - they also battle with words. Their riddles are sharp, brutal, and designed to test a warrior’s intellect. If you’ve ever wanted to prove your mental mettle, here’s your chance.
Classic Klingon Riddles
- I am sharp enough to cut, yet I leave no wound. What am I?
- The more you take from me, the bigger I become. What am I?
- I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with wind. What am I?
Riddles from Klingon Lore
Some riddles come straight from Klingon legends. Here’s one from the tale of Kahless and Morath:
ghItlh
/ɣɪt͡ɬ/“writing”
"I stand before you, yet I am not seen. I am carried into battle, yet I do not fight. What am I?" (Answer: A warrior’s oath.)
Why Klingon Riddles Matter
Klingons value cunning as much as strength. A warrior who can outthink an opponent is just as dangerous as one who can overpower them. If you’re learning Klingon, riddles are a great way to train your brain to think like a warrior.
For more on Klingon culture, check out Klingon and Other Constructed Languages: What Sets Them Apart.
Answers to the Riddles
- A sharp tongue (or an insult).
- A hole.
- An echo.
