Which was higher, Epic or Legendary?

Epic and legend are both literary forms. Epic usually refers to stories of heroic deeds or ancient legends, while legend refers to more general stories that have been handed down without a specific hero or historical background. In terms of literary value, epics are usually regarded as a more advanced literary genre than legends because they have more historical value and cultural significance. They usually describe the social, political, cultural, historical and other aspects of ancient or medieval times, and have certain value for the study of history and culture. However, legends may also be regarded as a more advanced literary genre because they usually have higher narrative skills and literary value. They describe more common and ordinary human experiences and stories with greater appeal and appeal. Although epics and legends had different literary values, they were both highly valuable literary styles.