rokh

Rokh is a name used for several unrelated subjects in folklore and modern media. The most enduring association is with a giant legendary bird in Middle Eastern folklore, often rendered as rokh or roc in various languages. In traditional tales, rokhs are enormous birds capable of carrying off cattle or even elephants, and they appear in the adventures of travelers such as Sinbad. The concept has influenced literature, film, and popular culture as a symbol of awe and danger.

In contemporary media, Rokh is the name of a battleship class in the massively multiplayer online game EVE Online. The Rokh is a Caldari ship known for long-range, turret-based combat and heavy firepower. It is used by players for fleet engagements and sniper-style play, and it stands out in the Caldari line for its emphasis on high damage at range rather than rapid-fire.

Variants and transliterations of the name include roc, rukh, and rok, reflecting different linguistic traditions. The fusion of myth and modern usage has made rokhs a recognizable term in gaming and fiction.