An action hero is a type of protagonist who is known for performing daring and sometimes dangerous feats, often in the face of great adversity. The term 'action hero' can be applied to both real-life people and fictional characters. Two words that describe this type of hero are 'SAGA' and 'epos'. A SAGA is a long, narrative poem or story that typically recounts heroic deeds and events significant to a culture or nation. An epos is a genre of poetry or literature that is typically characterized by its grand scope and heroic themes. Both of these terms can be used to describe the actions of an action hero.