NieR: Automata - Unlock the Secrets of the Type-40 Sword

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

In NieR: Automata, small swords offer a balanced approach, boasting fast attack speeds and compact hitboxes. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful weapons, such as the Type-40 sword, can significantly boost your character's strength. However, obtaining the Type-40 Sword requires completing the side quest "Find A Present," easily missed unless actively pursued. This guide details the steps involved.

Unlocking the Type-40 Sword:

The Type-40 Sword is the final reward in a questline initiated by Operator 6O. To access this questline, you must complete two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, including chapter selection points for convenience:

1. 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.

2. Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6, completing the Forest Castle events. Proceed to 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 begin the "Terminal Repairs" quest.

4. "Find A Present": While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, you'll receive a final call from Operator 6O, mentioning flowers and sending another message to your inbox. Interact with this message to start "Find A Present."

5. Reward: Completing "Find A Present" unlocks the Type-40 Sword, delivered to your inbox.

Type-40 Sword Stats & Upgrades:

At level 1, the Type-40 Sword features 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