NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition
Small swords in NieR: Automata are characterized by their rapid attack speed and narrow hitbox, making them versatile weapons for various enemy types. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, powerful, upgradable weapons like the Type-40 sword significantly boost character strength. However, obtaining the Type-40 sword requires completing a specific side quest chain.
Obtaining the Type-40 Sword
The Type-40 sword is the reward for completing the side quest "Find a Present," the culmination of a questline involving Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest necessitates completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, 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 initiating the "Investigating Communications" quest. Complete this immediately as it's easily missed.
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Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance the main storyline, completing Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and initiating Chapter 7.
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"Terminal Repairs": After conversing with Pascal about A2 and exploring the city ruins, Operator 6O will contact you again, instructing you to check your inbox at an access point to begin the "Terminal Repairs" quest.
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"Find a Present": While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, a final call from Operator 6O will introduce the "Find a Present" quest via another inbox message.
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Reward: Completing "Find a Present" delivers the Type-40 Sword to your inbox.
Type-40 Sword Stats and 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 enemies. 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
