NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Obtaining This Powerful Weapon
In NieR: Automata, short swords boast swift attack speeds and compact hitboxes, making them versatile weapons against diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful weapons, such as the Type-40 sword, can be discovered and upgraded for even greater strength. However, obtaining the Type-40 sword requires completing the side quest "Find a Present," easily missed unless you actively pursue side quests. Here's how to acquire it.
The Type-40 sword is the reward for completing "Find a Present," the final quest in a series linked to Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest demands completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, including chapter selections if utilizing Chapter Select:
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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 (Forest Castle events) and into 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, directing you to check your inbox at an access point to begin "Terminal Repairs."
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"Find a Present": While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, a final call from Operator 6O will precede a new message in your inbox, initiating "Find a Present."
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Reward: Complete "Find a Present" to receive the Type-40 Sword in your inbox.
At level 1, the Type-40 Sword executes 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, requiring Titanium Alloy for the upgrades.
Additional "Find a Present" Rewards:
Completing this quest also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 Gil
- 800 EXP
