K'Tal was a high-ranking councilor of the Klingon High Council in the 24th century. In 2367, he oversaw the ascension of Gowron to Klingon chancellor after Chancellor K'mpec was assassinated. (TNG: "Redemption" ) K'Tal was also present when Gowron gave the life of Toral to Worf, who refused to kill him. (TNG: "Redemption II" )