In NieR:Automata, small swords boast fast attack speeds and compact hitboxes, making them versatile weapons for various enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, powerful, upgradable finds like the Type-40 sword significantly boost character strength. This guide details how to obtain this easily missable weapon.
Acquiring 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 requires completing two preceding quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, including chapter selection options:
- After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a call from Operator 6O. Immediately complete the "Investigating Communications" quest; it's easily missed.
- Progress through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle) and into Chapter 7.
- After speaking with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins to trigger another call from Operator 6O, directing you to an access point for the "Terminal Repairs" quest.
- While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, a final call from Operator 6O will mention flowers and send a message to your inbox.
- Interact with this message to begin "Find a Present."
- Upon completing "Find a Present," the Type-40 Sword will be delivered to your inbox.
The Type-40 Sword's stats at level 1 include a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrading to level 4 increases the light attack combo to 7 hits and enhances enemy stunning capabilities. Titanium Alloy is required for these upgrades.
Additional Rewards for "Find a Present"
Completing "Find a Present" also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
