NieR: Automata - How To Get The Type-40 Sword

NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Obtaining This Powerful Weapon

In NieR: Automata, small swords are known for their rapid attack speed and compact hitbox, making them versatile weapons. While many powerful weapons are available throughout the game, the Type-40 Sword stands out, but it's easily missed. This guide details how to acquire this valuable asset.

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 requires completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, including chapter selection points if you're using that feature:

1. Initial Contact: After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a communication from Operator 6O. This initiates the "Investigating Communications" quest – complete it immediately as it's easily missed.

2. Forest Castle and Beyond: Progress through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle) and into Chapter 7.

3. Terminal Repairs: After speaking with Pascal and inquiring 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. The Final Message: 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, starts the "Find a Present" quest.

5. Claiming Your Reward: Completing "Find a Present" delivers the Type-40 Sword to your inbox.

The Type-40 Sword boasts a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo at level 1. Upgrading it to level 4 enhances the light attack combo to 7 hits and boosts its effectiveness against stunned enemies. Titanium Alloy will be needed for these upgrades.

Additional Rewards for "Find a Present":

Completing this quest also yields:

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