Sweeping stories are a type of narrative that often involve a large cast of characters and span multiple generations. The two most common types of sweeping stories are SAGAS and EPICS. SAGAS are long, narrative stories that usually focus on the lives of a family or a group of people over a long period of time. EPICS are similar to SAGAS but are more focused on heroic deeds and adventures. Both SAGAS and EPICS are often set in a distant past and involve themes of heroism, loyalty, and fate.