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Weapon damage in NieR: Automata varies with each swing. Upgrading reduces this damage variance and increases potential damage output.
The Iron Pipe boasts the game's widest damage range but also offers exceptionally high potential damage. Its unpredictable nature makes it a gamble, but definitely worth acquiring. Here's how:
How To Obtain the Iron Pipe in NieR: Automata
The Iron Pipe is a rare fishing reward found in sewers. Both sewer locations offer the same drop rate; the first is more accessible.
Fast travel to the Resistance Camp and head right towards the Amusement Park. After crossing a small gap, you'll find an open manhole beneath a highway.
Once in the sewer, fish in the water. Other junk items are also possible, and these can be sold. There's no guaranteed method; it might take several casts or several minutes. Use your Pod's light to improve visibility underwater.
A second sewer is located en route to the Flooded City.
Iron Pipe Statistics in NieR: Automata
The Iron Pipe maintains a wide damage range regardless of upgrade level. However, successful hits can yield some of the game's highest damage, and it's obtainable early in the game. Upgrade requirements and resulting stats are:
