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 offer a balanced choice against diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful, upgradable weapons exist, with the Type-40 sword being a prime example. However, obtaining this sword requires completing a specific side quest, making it easily missed. This guide details the steps to acquire it.
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 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. 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": Following a conversation with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins to trigger another call from Operator 6O. This directs you to an access point to start 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 reference flowers, leading to another inbox message. Interact with this message to begin "Find A Present."
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Reward: Upon completing "Find A Present," the Type-40 Sword will be delivered 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 "Find A Present" also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
