NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition

NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition

Small swords in NieR: Automata are characterized by their rapid attack speed and compact hitbox. They're a versatile choice for combating diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, powerful discoverable weapons, such as the Type-40 sword, offer significant power boosts. However, obtaining the Type-40 sword requires specific actions.

Unlocking 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. To unlock this final quest, two preceding quests must be completed:

1. 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.

2. Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Proceed through the main story, completing Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and beginning Chapter 7.

3. "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 the "Terminal Repairs" quest.

4. "Find a Present": While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, you'll receive a final message from Operator 6O regarding flowers. This message, found in your inbox, initiates the "Find a Present" quest.

5. 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 enemies. Titanium Alloy is required for these upgrades.

Additional "Find a Present" Rewards:

Completing the quest also yields:

• A130: Bomb
• Amber x 4
• 5,000 G
• 800 EXP