NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition
In NieR: Automata, small swords offer a balanced approach to combat, boasting swift attack speeds and compact hitboxes. While numerous powerful weapons are available, the Type-40 Sword stands out, often overlooked unless players actively pursue side quests. This guide details how to obtain this valuable weapon.
The Type-40 Sword is the reward for completing "Find a Present," the culminating quest in a series involving Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest requires completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, including chapter selection points for convenience:
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Post-Chapter 5: After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a call from Operator 6O initiating the "Investigating Communications" quest. Complete this immediately as it's easily missed.
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Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6, completing the events within the Forest Castle. Begin Chapter 7.
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"Terminal Repairs": Following a conversation with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins. Operator 6O will contact you again, directing you to check your inbox at an access point to start "Terminal Repairs."
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"Find a Present": While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, you'll receive a final call from Operator 6O mentioning flowers and a subsequent message in your inbox. This message initiates "Find a Present."
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Reward: Completing "Find a Present" delivers the Type-40 Sword to your inbox.
Type-40 Sword Stats & Upgrades:
At level 1, the Type-40 Sword features a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrade it to level 4 using Titanium Alloy to enhance its light attack combo to 7 hits and boost its effectiveness against stunned foes.
Additional "Find a Present" Rewards:
Completing this quest also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
