NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition
In NieR: Automata, smaller swords excel with their rapid attack speed and compact hitboxes. They're a solid mid-tier choice against diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful weapons, like the Type-40 Sword, can be found and upgraded for increased character strength. However, the Type-40 Sword is easily missed; this guide details its acquisition.
Obtaining the Type-40 Sword
The Type-40 Sword is earned by completing the side quest "Find A Present," the culmination of a questline involving Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest requires completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, including chapter selection points:
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Post-Chapter 5: After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a call from Operator 6O. This initiates the "Investigating Communications" quest—complete it immediately as it's missable.
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Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and begin Chapter 7.
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"Terminal Repairs": Speak with Pascal about A2, then explore the city ruins to receive another call from Operator 6O, directing you to check your inbox at an access point to start "Terminal Repairs."
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"Find A Present": Returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7 triggers a final call from Operator 6O mentioning flowers and sending a message to your inbox. Interact with this message to begin "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 boasts a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrading it to level 4 increases the light attack combo to 7 hits and enhances its effectiveness against stunned foes. Titanium Alloy is required for these upgrades.
Additional "Find A Present" Rewards
Completing "Find A Present" also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
