A long narrative in verse about the exploits of a larger-than-life hero is most likely a/an:
epic
epic
A hero whose exploits are re-told in history.
hero
A mythic hero is a fictional being of great strength and courage famed for his or her bold exploits.
Legend
Legend.
A warrior sets out on a journey to find an artifact that will heal his people ~Apex
It's an Epic
It is called the journey home. :D no lie, it was on my test.
made him a national hero
made him a national hero